Terraincontact H/T

About the Continental Terraincontact H/T

All-Season Highway-Terrain Passenger Light Truck/SUV Touring tire.

Features

* TractionPlus+ Technology* Full-depth, interlocking sipes* All season grip throughout the life of the tire* UTQG: 800 A B (R/S/T-Rated), 720 A A (H-Rated)* 3 Year Roadside Assistance* 60 Day Trial* 70,000 Mile Limited Treadwear Warranty (P-Metric/Metric sizes)* 60,000 Mile Limited Treadwear Warranty (LT-Metric sizes)

Benefits

* For robust durability, excellent wet performance and a quiet ride* Provide stable handling and braking under heavy loads

Understanding the 255/65R17 size

In the size code 255/65R17, 255 is the section width in millimetres (about 10"). 65 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 65% of the width, or roughly 165.8 mm. R17 means radial construction on a 17-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 30.1".

The load index 110 means each tire supports up to 2,337 lbs — about 9,348 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol T certifies the tire to 118 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 800 A B. The treadwear grade of 800 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 A measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade B reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $171.74 per tire, a full set of four costs $686.96. That sits close to the average for the 51 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $9.81 per 1,000 miles across the set.