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Michelin Primacy 3 245/40R18XL 97Y 78687
Michelin Primacy 3 245/40R18 97Y XL Overview
The Michelin Primacy 3 245/40R18 is a touring / all-season tire with extra-load (XL) construction. With a load index of 97, each tire carries up to 1,609 lbs, and its Y speed rating is good for 186 mph.
All-season tires deliver year-round traction in dry, wet and light winter conditions with a comfortable, quiet ride. Shopping for 18-inch wheels too? Our wheel and tire packages include free mounting and Road Force balancing.
Reading the sidewall: 245/40R18 97Y
- 245Width (mm)
- 40Aspect ratio (%)
- RRadial
- 18Rim (in)
- 97Load index
1,609 lbs - YSpeed
186 mph
Specifications
- Brand
- Michelin
- Model
- Primacy 3
- Tire Size
- 245/40R18
- Tire Type
- Touring / All-Season
- Season
- All-Season
- Section Width
- 245 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 40
- Rim Diameter
- 18"
- Construction
- Radial
- Service Type
- Euro-Metric
- Load Index
- 97 (1,609 lbs)
- Speed Rating
- Y (186 mph)
- Load Range
- XL (Extra Load)
- Tire Weight
- 27.78 lb
- UPC
- 86699786876
Primacy 3 245/40R18 FAQ
What does 97Y mean on the Michelin Primacy 3 245/40R18?
97 is the load index, meaning each tire can carry up to 1,609 lbs (6,436 lbs for a set of four). Y is the speed rating, rated for 186 mph. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
Will the 245/40R18 Primacy 3 fit my vehicle?
Compare 245/40R18 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 Primacy 3 245/40R18 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 Primacy 3 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.
