Tire Size for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette

1998 Chevrolet Corvette Tire Sizes

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1998 Chevrolet Corvette EMT Tire Used

Front Tire Size (Show Details)

P245/45ZR17/ 89Y

P	This letter indicates the intended use of the tire. P = Passenger Car LT = Light Truck C = Commercial Vehicle
245	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 millimeters.
45	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 45%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 45% of the width.
R	This letter indicates how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 98% of all tires sold today. R = Radial B = Bias Belt D = Diagonal
17	The tire size was designed to fit rims that are 17 inches in diameter.
89	This tire has a load index of 89, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1279 pounds (580 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
Y	This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.
Z	This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (over 240 km/h). The tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

Rear Tire Size (Show Details)

P275/40ZR18/ 94Y

P	This letter indicates the intended use of the tire. P = Passenger Car LT = Light Truck C = Commercial Vehicle
275	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 275 millimeters.
40	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.
R	This letter indicates how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 98% of all tires sold today. R = Radial B = Bias Belt D = Diagonal
18	The tire size was designed to fit rims that are 18 inches in diameter.
94	This tire has a load index of 94, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1477 pounds (670 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
Y	This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.
Z	This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (over 240 km/h). The tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.