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Michelin Defender T+H 225/55R17 97H - 16967
Michelin Defender T+H 225/55R17 97H - 16967
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Looking for a 225/55R17 all season tire? The Michelin Defender T+H is available now at ThreePiece.us with free shipping on every order and Affirm financing at checkout.
What 225/55R17 means
In the size 225/55R17, 225 is the section width in millimeters (8.86 in), 55 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 55% as tall as the tire is wide, or 123.8 mm (4.87 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 17 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 26.74 inches, turning roughly 754 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 H corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 130 mph.
Specifications
| Size | 225/55R17 |
| Tire Type | All Season |
| Service Description | 97H |
| Load Index | 97 |
| Speed Rating | H |
| Load Range | Standard Load |
| Section Width (mm) | 225 |
| Aspect Ratio | 55 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 26.8 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 10 |
| Treadwear | 820 |
| Traction Grade | A |
| Temperature Grade | B |
| UTQG | 820AB |
| Warranty | 80K |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of tire is the Michelin Defender T+H?
The Michelin Defender T+H in 225/55R17 is a all season tire.
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the Michelin Defender T+H?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 820, traction grade A, temperature grade B under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 80K.
What does 97H mean on the Michelin Defender T+H?
97H breaks down as load index 97 — rated for 1,609 lbs per tire — with an H speed rating, good for a maximum sustained 130 mph.
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- BRAND:
- Michelin
- Model:
- Defender T+H
- Size:
- 225/55R17
- Aspect Ratio:
- 55
- Load Index:
- 97
- Load Range:
- Standard Load
- Section Width:
- 225
- Service Description:
- 97H
- Speed Index:
- H
- Temperature:
- B
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 26.8
- Tire Type:
- All Season
- Traction:
- A
- Tread Wear:
- 820
- Tread Depth:
- 10
- UQTG:
- 820AB
- Warranty:
- 80K
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