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General Altimax RT43 195/55R16 87V 15497740000
General Altimax RT43 195/55R16 87V Overview
The General Altimax RT43 195/55R16 is a rugged-terrain tire. With a load index of 87, each tire carries up to 1,201 lbs, and its V speed rating is good for 149 mph.
Rugged-terrain tires sit between all-terrain and mud-terrain designs, with more aggressive shoulders for off-road bite while staying quieter and smoother than a full mud tire on the highway. Shopping for 16-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 195/55R16 87V
- 195Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 87Load index
1,201 lbs - VSpeed
149 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- General
- Model
- Altimax RT43
- Tire Size
- 195/55R16
- Tire Type
- Rugged-Terrain
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 195 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- Rim Diameter
- 16"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 87 (1,201 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- V (149 mph)
- Tire Weight
- 17.6 lb
- UPC
- 51342162772
Altimax RT43 195/55R16 FAQ
What does 87V mean on the General Altimax RT43 195/55R16?
87 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,201 lbs (4,804 lbs for a set of four). V is the speed rating, rated for 149 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 195/55R16 Altimax RT43 fit my vehicle?
Compare 195/55R16 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 RT43 195/55R16 an extra load (XL) tire?
It is a standard-load tire. Check that its load index meets or exceeds your vehicle's requirement.
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 RT43 good in snow?
It is an all-season tire suited to light snow. It does not carry the 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake rating for severe snow.