Hercules Avalanche RT 215/55R16XL 97T 02229
- 215/55R16
- 97T
- XL Extra Load
- Rugged-Terrain
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Hercules Avalanche RT 215/55R16XL 97T 02229
Hercules Avalanche RT 215/55R16XL 97T 02229
Hercules Avalanche RT 215/55R16 97T XL Overview
The Hercules Avalanche RT 215/55R16 is a rugged-terrain 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.
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: 215/55R16 97T
- 215Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 97Load index
1,609 lbs - TSpeed
118 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Hercules
- Model
- Avalanche RT
- Tire Size
- 215/55R16
- Tire Type
- Rugged-Terrain
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 215 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- 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)
- Tire Weight
- 24.95 lb
- UPC
- 29142909231
Avalanche RT 215/55R16 FAQ
What does 97T mean on the Hercules Avalanche RT 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 Avalanche RT 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 Hercules Avalanche RT 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 Hercules tires?
In-stock tires ship in 1-2 business days with free shipping within the USA.
Is the Hercules Avalanche RT 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.