Tire Size for 2006 Mercedes-benz E500

2006 Mercedes-benz E500 Tire Sizes

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Original Tire Size (Show Details)

245/45R17 95H

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.
95	This tire has a load index of 95, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1521 pounds (690 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
H	This tire has a speed rating of H, which means 130 mph (210 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Front Tire Size (Show Details)

245/40ZR18 93Y

245	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 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.
93	This tire has a load index of 93, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1433 pounds (650 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)

265/35ZR18/ 97Y

265	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 265 millimeters.
35	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% 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.
97	This tire has a load index of 97, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1610 pounds (730 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.

Original Tire Size (Show Details)

245/45R17 95H

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.
95	This tire has a load index of 95, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1521 pounds (690 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
H	This tire has a speed rating of H, which means 130 mph (210 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Alternate Tire Size (Show Details)

245/45R17 95W

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.
95	This tire has a load index of 95, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1521 pounds (690 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
W	This tire has a speed rating of W, which means 168 mph (270 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Front Tire Size (Show Details)

245/40ZR18 93Y

245	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 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.
93	This tire has a load index of 93, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1433 pounds (650 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)

265/35ZR18/ 97Y

265	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 265 millimeters.
35	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% 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.
97	This tire has a load index of 97, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1610 pounds (730 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.