1999 Jaguar XK8 Tire Size
The original tire size for your 1999 Jaguar XK8 is listed below. Tap on the box to view a color-coded explanation of the best Jaguar XK8 tire size.
245/50ZR17 99
Simplified Size: 245-50-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 1999 Jaguar XK8 is 245/50ZR17 99Y. A color-coded explanation of the 1999 Jaguar XK8's tire size is shown below.
245 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
99 | This tire has a load index of 99, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1705 pounds (775 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
Z | This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h). A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating. | ||||||
50 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 50%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 50% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 122 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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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. |