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Michelin Pilot Super Sport 235/45ZR17XL 97(Y) - 63248
Michelin Pilot Super Sport 235/45ZR17XL 97(Y) - 63248
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Looking for a 235/45R17 summer tire? The Michelin Pilot Super Sport is available now at ThreePiece.us with free shipping on every order and Affirm financing at checkout.
What 235/45R17 means
In the size 235/45R17, 235 is the section width in millimeters (9.25 in), 45 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall stands 45% as tall as the tire is wide, or 105.8 mm (4.16 in) — R denotes radial construction, and 17 is the wheel diameter in inches. That works out to an overall diameter of about 25.33 inches, turning roughly 796 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 Y corresponds to a maximum sustained speed of 186 mph.
Load Range E corresponds to a 10-ply rating.
Specifications
| Size | 235/45ZR17XL |
| Tire Type | Summer |
| Service Description | 97Y |
| Load Index | 97 |
| Speed Rating | Y |
| Load Range | Extra Load |
| Section Width (mm) | 235 |
| Aspect Ratio | 45 |
| Overall Diameter (in) | 25.4 |
| Tread Depth (/32") | 10 |
| Treadwear | 300 |
| Traction Grade | AA |
| Temperature Grade | A |
| UTQG | 300AAA |
| Warranty | 30K |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of tire is the Michelin Pilot Super Sport?
The Michelin Pilot Super Sport in 235/45R17 is a summer tire.
What are the treadwear and warranty ratings on the Michelin Pilot Super Sport?
This tire carries a treadwear grade of 300, traction grade AA, temperature grade A under UTQG. The manufacturer's warranty is 30K.
What does 97Y mean on the Michelin Pilot Super Sport?
97Y breaks down as load index 97 — rated for 1,609 lbs per tire — with a Y speed rating, good for a maximum sustained 186 mph.
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- BRAND:
- Michelin
- Model:
- Pilot Super Sport
- Size:
- 235/45ZR17XL
- Aspect Ratio:
- 45
- Load Index:
- 97
- Load Range:
- Extra Load
- Section Width:
- 235
- Service Description:
- 97Y
- Speed Index:
- Y
- Temperature:
- A
- Tire Rim Diameter:
- 25.4
- Tire Type:
- Summer
- Traction:
- AA
- Tread Wear:
- 300
- Tread Depth:
- 10
- UQTG:
- 300AAA
- Warranty:
- 30K
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