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General Tire GEN Altimax RT45 225/70R15
General Tire GEN Altimax RT45 225/70R15
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What 225/70R15 means
In the size 225/70R15, 225 is the section width in millimeters (8.86 in), 70 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 70% as tall as the tire is wide, or 157.5 mm (6.20 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 15 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 27.40 inches, turning roughly 736 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 100 — a maximum load of 1,764 lbs per tire. The speed symbol T corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 118 mph.
Specifications
| Size | 225/70R15 |
| Tire Type | Touring |
| Service Description | 100T |
| Load Index | 100 |
| Speed Rating | T |
| Load Range | SL |
| Section Width (mm) | 225 |
| Aspect Ratio | 70 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 27.4 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 11 |
| Treadwear | 600 |
| Traction Grade | A |
| Temperature Grade | B |
| UTQG | 600AB |
| Warranty | 75K |
Frequently asked questions
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the General Tire Altimax RT45?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 600, traction grade A, temperature grade B under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 75K.
What does 100T mean on the General Tire Altimax RT45?
100T breaks down as load index 100 — rated for 1,764 lbs per tire — with a T speed rating, good for a maximum sustained 118 mph.
What kind of tire is the General Tire Altimax RT45?
The General Tire Altimax RT45 in 225/70R15 is a touring tire.
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- Brand:
- General Tire
- Model:
- GEN Altimax RT45
- Size:
- 225/70R15
- Aspect Ratio:
- 70
- Load Index:
- 100
- Load Range:
- SL
- Section Width:
- 225
- Service Description:
- 100T
- Speed Index:
- T
- Temperature:
- B
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 27.4
- Tire Type:
- Touring
- Traction:
- A
- Tread Wear:
- 600
- Tread Depth:
- 11
- UQTG:
- 600AB
- Warranty:
- 75K
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