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Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/70R16 111T 42587
Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/70R16 111T Overview
The Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/70R16 is a highway tire. With a load index of 111, each tire carries up to 2,403 lbs, and its T speed rating is good for 118 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 16-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 255/70R16 111T
- 255Width (mm)
- 70Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 111Load index
2,403 lbs - TSpeed
118 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Michelin
- Model
- Defender LTX M/S
- Tire Size
- 255/70R16
- Tire Type
- Highway
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 255 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 70
- Rim Diameter
- 16"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 111 (2,403 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- T (118 mph)
- Tire Weight
- 36.33 lb
- UPC
- 86699425874
Defender LTX M/S 255/70R16 FAQ
What does 111T mean on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 255/70R16?
111 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 2,403 lbs (9,612 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 255/70R16 Defender LTX M/S fit my vehicle?
Compare 255/70R16 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 255/70R16 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 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.