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General Altimax RT43 245/40R18XL 97V - 15502720000
General Altimax RT43 245/40R18XL 97V - 15502720000
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What 245/40R18 means
In the size 245/40R18, 245 is the section width in millimeters (9.65 in), 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 40% as tall as the tire is wide, or 98.0 mm (3.86 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 18 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 25.72 inches, turning roughly 784 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 | 245/40R18XL |
| Tire Type | All Season |
| Service Description | 97V |
| Load Index | 97 |
| Speed Rating | V |
| Load Range | XL |
| Section Width (mm) | 245 |
| Aspect Ratio | 40 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 25.7 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 10 |
| Treadwear | 700 |
| Traction Grade | A |
| Temperature Grade | A |
| UTQG | 700AA |
| Warranty | 65K |
Frequently asked questions
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the General Altimax RT43?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 700, traction grade A, temperature grade A under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 65K.
What does 97V mean on the General Altimax RT43?
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 General Altimax RT43?
The General Altimax RT43 in 245/40R18 is a all season tire.
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- BRAND:
- General
- Model:
- Altimax RT43
- Size:
- 245/40R18XL
- Aspect Ratio:
- 40
- Load Index:
- 97
- Load Range:
- XL
- Section Width:
- 245
- Service Description:
- 97V
- Speed Index:
- V
- Temperature:
- A
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 25.7
- Tire Type:
- All Season
- Traction:
- A
- Tread Wear:
- 700
- Tread Depth:
- 10
- UQTG:
- 700AA
- Warranty:
- 65K
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