NT01

About the Nitto NT01

D.O.T. Compliant Competition Radial Road Course tire Designed with the Weekend Road Racer in mind.

Features

* Molded at 6.3/32nds of an inch, can be shaved to 3/32 of an inch tread depth* Large, nearly continuous shoulder blocks* High modulus rayon carcass, reinforced sidewall and advanced body construction* Road race compound

Benefits

* Offers varying degrees of competition performance* Maximize contact area, increasing dry performance while accelerating, braking and cornering* Increase stabililty during braking, cornering and straight-aways* Balanced dry traction, cinsistency, heat cycle performance, heat resistance and longevity

Understanding the 265/40ZR18 XL size

In the size code 265/40R18, 265 is the section width in millimetres (about 10.4"). 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 40% of the width, or roughly 106 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 26.3".

The load index 101 means each tire supports up to 1,819 lbs — about 7,276 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol W certifies the tire to 168 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 100 AA A. The treadwear grade of 100 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade AA measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $338.25 per tire, a full set of four costs $1353.00. That is about 54% above the average of the 20 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range.