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Michelin Defender LTX M/S 235/55R20 102H - 23490.1
Michelin Defender LTX M/S 235/55R20 102H - 23490.1
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The Michelin Defender LTX M/S in 235/55R20 ships free from ThreePiece.us, with Affirm financing available at checkout and fast delivery from a nationwide warehouse network.
What 235/55R20 means
In the size 235/55R20, 235 is the section width in millimeters (9.25 in), 55 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 55% as tall as the tire is wide, or 129.2 mm (5.09 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 20 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 30.18 inches, turning roughly 668 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 102 — a maximum load of 1,874 lbs per tire. The speed symbol H corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 130 mph.
Specifications
| Size | 235/55R20 |
| Tire Type | All Season |
| Service Description | 102H |
| Load Index | 102 |
| Speed Rating | H |
| Load Range | Standard Load |
| Section Width (mm) | 235 |
| Aspect Ratio | 55 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 30.1 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 10.5 |
| Treadwear | 720 |
| Traction Grade | A |
| Temperature Grade | A |
| UTQG | 720AA |
| Warranty | 70K |
Frequently asked questions
What does 102H mean on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S?
102H breaks down as load index 102 — rated for 1,874 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?
The Michelin Defender LTX M/S in 235/55R20 is a all season tire.
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the Michelin Defender LTX M/S?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 720, traction grade A, temperature grade A under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 70K.
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- BRAND:
- Michelin
- Model:
- Defender LTX M/S
- Size:
- 235/55R20
- Aspect Ratio:
- 55
- Load Index:
- 102
- Load Range:
- Standard Load
- Section Width:
- 235
- Service Description:
- 102H
- Speed Index:
- H
- Temperature:
- A
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 30.1
- Tire Type:
- All Season
- Traction:
- A
- Tread Wear:
- 720
- Tread Depth:
- 10.5
- UQTG:
- 720AA
- Warranty:
- 70K
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