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Michelin Defender T+H 185/55R16 83H 36742
Michelin Defender T+H 185/55R16 83H Overview
The Michelin Defender T+H 185/55R16 is a touring / all-season tire. With a load index of 83, each tire carries up to 1,074 lbs, and its H speed rating is good for 130 mph.
All-season tires deliver year-round traction in dry, wet and light winter conditions with a comfortable, quiet ride. Shopping for 16-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 185/55R16 83H
- 185Width (mm)
- 55Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 83Load index
1,074 lbs - HSpeed
130 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Michelin
- Model
- Defender T+H
- Tire Size
- 185/55R16
- Tire Type
- Touring / All-Season
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 185 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 55
- Rim Diameter
- 16"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 83 (1,074 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- H (130 mph)
- Tire Weight
- 17.72 lb
- UPC
- 29142905530
Defender T+H 185/55R16 FAQ
What does 83H mean on the Michelin Defender T+H 185/55R16?
83 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,074 lbs (4,296 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 185/55R16 Defender T+H fit my vehicle?
Compare 185/55R16 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 Michelin Defender T+H 185/55R16 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 Michelin tires?
In-stock tires ship in 1-2 business days with free shipping within the USA.
Is the Michelin Defender T+H 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.