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Michelin Defender T+H 215/65R16 98H 48076
Michelin Defender T+H 215/65R16 98H Overview
The Michelin Defender T+H 215/65R16 is a touring / all-season tire. With a load index of 98, each tire carries up to 1,653 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: 215/65R16 98H
- 215Width (mm)
- 65Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 16Rim (in)
- 98Load index
1,653 lbs - HSpeed
130 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Michelin
- Model
- Defender T+H
- Tire Size
- 215/65R16
- Tire Type
- Touring / All-Season
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 215 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 65
- Rim Diameter
- 16"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 98 (1,653 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- H (130 mph)
- Tire Weight
- 22.95 lb
- UPC
- 86699480767
Defender T+H 215/65R16 FAQ
What does 98H mean on the Michelin Defender T+H 215/65R16?
98 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,653 lbs (6,612 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 215/65R16 Defender T+H fit my vehicle?
Compare 215/65R16 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 215/65R16 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.