Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18XL 109H 98045
- 255/55R18
- 109H
- XL Extra Load
- Highway
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Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18XL 109H 98045
Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18 109H XL Overview
The Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18 is a highway tire with extra-load (XL) construction. With a load index of 109, each tire carries up to 2,271 lbs, and its H speed rating is good for 130 mph.
Highway tires are tuned for a quiet, comfortable ride, long tread life and confident wet and dry braking on pickups, SUVs and crossovers. Shopping for 18-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 255/55R18 109H
- 255Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 18Rim (in)
- 109Load index
2,271 lbs - HSpeed
130 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Michelin
- Model
- Defender LTX M/S
- Tire Size
- 255/55R18
- Tire Type
- Highway
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 255 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- Rim Diameter
- 18"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 109 (2,271 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- H (130 mph)
- Load Range
- XL (Extra Load)
- Tire Weight
- 31.26 lb
- UPC
- 86699980458
Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18 FAQ
What does 109H mean on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18?
109 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 2,271 lbs (9,084 lbs for a set of four). H is the speed rating, rated for 130 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 255/55R18 Defender LTX M/S fit my vehicle?
Compare 255/55R18 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 Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/55R18 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 Michelin tires?
In-stock tires ship in 1-2 business days with free shipping within the USA.
Is the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 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.