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General Altimax RT43 225/55R17 97T 15495100000
General Altimax RT43 225/55R17 97T Overview
The General Altimax RT43 225/55R17 is a rugged-terrain tire. With a load index of 97, each tire carries up to 1,609 lbs, and its T speed rating is good for 118 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 17-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 225/55R17 97T
- 225Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 17Rim (in)
- 97Load index
1,609 lbs - TSpeed
118 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- General
- Model
- Altimax RT43
- Tire Size
- 225/55R17
- Tire Type
- Rugged-Terrain
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 225 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- Rim Diameter
- 17"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 97 (1,609 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- T (118 mph)
- Tire Weight
- 22.7 lb
- UPC
- 51342154708
Altimax RT43 225/55R17 FAQ
What does 97T mean on the General Altimax RT43 225/55R17?
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 225/55R17 Altimax RT43 fit my vehicle?
Compare 225/55R17 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 225/55R17 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.