Tyre "Load Index" ?? What should we get?

[M@r]{]

I've never worried about it before, should I be?

 

[original guvnor]

Depends how fast you're planning on going !

EDIT - you said load index not speed !!

 

[Half Colin]

Have a look at this.
http://www.blackcircles.com/general/load-rating

 

[sars]

Have a look at this.
http://www.blackcircles.com/general/load-rating

This indicates the maximum load per tyre, your car weighs about 1,500 kg, thus 375 kg per wheel

 

[Half Colin]

Have a look at this.
http://www.blackcircles.com/general/load-rating

This indicates the maximum load per tyre, your car weighs about 1,500 kg, thus 375 kg per wheel

Yes, but it's normal that the combined load of the 4 tyres is about 20-25% more than the maximum weight of the vehicle which includes driver, passengers and baggage. It also allows for the uneven load distribution and excessive loads during braking and cornering.

 

[mmm-five]

As long as you don't go BELOW the manufacturer's recommendation then you will be fine.

 

[M@r]{]

Any idea what the manufacturers recommendation is for our cars?

 

[bcworkz]

As long as you don't go BELOW the manufacturer's recommendation then you will be fine.

+1. But if you go significantly higher than needed, you will have a heavier, stiffer tyre. This could lead to harsher ride and less forgiving handling.

 

[Half Colin]

Don't know about the M but the 3.0 is 88 front and 90 rear. Stick your registration in the Blackcircle site and it will tell you.

 

[mmm-five]

As long as you don't go BELOW the manufacturer's recommendation then you will be fine.

+1. But if you go significantly higher than needed, you will have a heavier, stiffer tyre. This could lead to harsher ride and less forgiving handling.

Of course, and different brands are of differing weights - but at least you'd be 'legal' if you were stopped