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Continental PureContact LS 235/45R17XL 97V - 15509200000
Continental PureContact LS 235/45R17XL 97V - 15509200000
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The Continental PureContact LS in 235/45R17 ships free from ThreePiece.us, with Affirm financing available at checkout and fast delivery from a nationwide warehouse network.
What 235/45R17 means
In the size 235/45R17, 235 is the section width in millimeters (9.25 in), 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 45% as tall as the tire is wide, or 105.8 mm (4.16 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 17 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 25.33 inches, turning roughly 796 revolutions per mile. Overall diameter is what matters for speedometer accuracy and clearance when you change sizes, so compare it — not just the width — against your current tire.
The service description on this tire decodes to a load index of 97 — a maximum load of 1,609 lbs per tire. The speed symbol V corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 149 mph.
Specifications
| Size | 235/45R17XL |
| Tire Type | All Season |
| Service Description | 97V |
| Load Index | 97 |
| Speed Rating | V |
| Load Range | XL |
| Section Width (mm) | 235 |
| Aspect Ratio | 45 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 25.3 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 10 |
| Treadwear | 700 |
| Traction Grade | A |
| Temperature Grade | A |
| UTQG | 700AA |
| Warranty | 70K |
Frequently asked questions
What does 97V mean on the Continental PureContact LS?
97V breaks down as load index 97 — rated for 1,609 lbs per tire — with a V speed rating, good for a maximum sustained 149 mph.
What kind of tire is the Continental PureContact LS?
The Continental PureContact LS in 235/45R17 is a all season tire.
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the Continental PureContact LS?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 700, traction grade A, temperature grade A under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 70K.
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- BRAND:
- Continental
- Model:
- PureContact LS
- Size:
- 235/45R17XL
- Aspect Ratio:
- 45
- Load Index:
- 97
- Load Range:
- XL
- Section Width:
- 235
- Service Description:
- 97V
- Speed Index:
- V
- Temperature:
- A
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 25.3
- Tire Type:
- All Season
- Traction:
- A
- Tread Wear:
- 700
- Tread Depth:
- 10
- UQTG:
- 700AA
- Warranty:
- 70K
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