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Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 285/50R20XL 116H - 69897
Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 285/50R20XL 116H - 69897
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What 285/50R20 means
In the size 285/50R20, 285 is the section width in millimeters (11.22 in), 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 50% as tall as the tire is wide, or 142.5 mm (5.61 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 20 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 31.22 inches, turning roughly 646 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 116 — a maximum load of 2,756 lbs per tire. The speed symbol H corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 130 mph.
Load Range E corresponds to a 10-ply rating.
Specifications
| Size | 285/50R20XL |
| Tire Type | All Season |
| Service Description | 116H |
| Load Index | 116 |
| Speed Rating | H |
| Load Range | Extra Load |
| Section Width (mm) | 285 |
| Aspect Ratio | 50 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 31.3 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 11 |
| Treadwear | 820 |
| Traction Grade | B |
| Temperature Grade | A |
| UTQG | 820BA |
| Warranty | 70K |
Frequently asked questions
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 820, traction grade B, temperature grade A under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 70K.
What does 116H mean on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2?
116H breaks down as load index 116 — rated for 2,756 lbs per tire — with an H speed rating, good for a maximum sustained 130 mph.
What kind of tire is the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2?
The Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 in 285/50R20 is a all season tire.
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- BRAND:
- Michelin
- Model:
- Defender LTX M/S 2
- Size:
- 285/50R20XL
- Aspect Ratio:
- 50
- Load Index:
- 116
- Load Range:
- Extra Load
- Section Width:
- 285
- Service Description:
- 116H
- Speed Index:
- H
- Temperature:
- A
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 31.3
- Tire Type:
- All Season
- Traction:
- B
- Tread Wear:
- 820
- Tread Depth:
- 11
- UQTG:
- 820BA
- Warranty:
- 70K
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