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General Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16XL 97T
General Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16 97T XL Overview
The General Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16 is a winter light truck and SUV tire with extra-load (XL) construction. With a load index of 97, each tire carries up to 1,609 lbs, and its T speed rating is good for 118 mph.
Winter tires use cold-weather compounds and dense siping to grip on snow, slush and ice when temperatures drop. Shopping for 16-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 215/55R16 97T
- 215Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 97Load index
1,609 lbs - TSpeed
118 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- General
- Model
- Altimax Arctic X
- Tire Size
- 215/55R16
- Tire Type
- Winter
- Season
- Winter
- Category
- Light Truck / SUV
- Section Width
- 215 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- Overall Diameter
- 25.31"
- Rim Diameter
- 16"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 97 (1,609 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- T (118 mph)
- Load Range
- XL (Extra Load)
- Sidewall
- Black Sidewall
- Max Load
- 1,609 lbs @ 50 psi
- Max Inflation
- 50 psi
- Tread Depth
- 12/32"
- Tire Weight
- 23.16 lb
- Part Number
- 15581020000
- UPC
- 00051342270415
Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16 FAQ
What does 97T mean on the General Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16?
97 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,609 lbs (6,436 lbs for a set of four). T is the speed rating, rated for 118 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 215/55R16 Altimax Arctic X fit my vehicle?
Compare 215/55R16 to the size printed on your current tires or the placard inside the driver's door jamb. You can also use the Verify Fitment tool on this page, or call our tire experts at 1-800-814-8423 and we will confirm fitment for you.
Is the General Altimax Arctic X 215/55R16 an extra load (XL) tire?
Yes. It is an XL (extra load) tire, built to carry more weight than a standard-load tire of the same size when inflated to the correct pressure.
How fast do you ship General tires?
In-stock tires ship in 1-2 business days with free shipping within the USA.
Is the General Altimax Arctic X good in snow?
Yes. It is a dedicated winter tire built for snow, slush and ice.