Sumitomo

Encounter HT2

Name: Sumitomo Encounter HT2 LT235/85R16 E
Brand: Sumitomo
SKU: HT217
Price: 148.49 USD
Availability: InStock

LT235/85R16 E

$148.49/tire $197.99

Set of 4: $593.96

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Specifications

Size	LT235/85R16 E Encounter HT2
Width	235 mm
Aspect ratio	85
Rim diameter	R16
Load index	120/116
Speed rating	S
Ply rating	10

Treadwear warranty	60,000 miles
Tread depth	15/32"
Weight	44 lbs
Max pressure	80 psi
Severe snow (3PMSF)	No
Run-flat	No

About the Sumitomo Encounter HT2

All-Season Highway-Terrain Passenger Light Truck, SUV and CUV tire.

Features

* Wide circumferential grooves* Wave-shaped lateral sipes* Block pattern design* Smooth, curved shoulder grooves* Reinforced bead apex* Full-width jointless nylon overlay plies* M+S Rated* 60,000 Mile/100,000 km Treadwear Warranty on all sizes* 2-year, 24/7 Roadside Assistance* 1-Year Road Hazard Protection Plan* Free 30-Day Test Drive* Free Lifetime Replacement for Workmanship and Material Defects

Benefits

* Channel water away from the tread for enhanced grip and hydroplaning resistance* Deliver remarkable braking power for quicker stops on wet roads* Provides improved dry handling and stability in every season* Reduce road noise and vibration for a quiet, comfortable ride* For cornering strength and high-speed stability

Understanding the LT235/85R16 E size

In the size code 235/85R16, 235 is the section width in millimetres (about 9.3"). 85 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 85% of the width, or roughly 199.8 mm. R16 means radial construction on a 16-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 31.7".

The load index 120 means each tire supports up to 3,086 lbs — about 12,344 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol S certifies the tire to 112 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

Price and value

At $148.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $593.96. That is about 12% below the average price of the 72 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $9.90 per 1,000 miles across the set.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 235/85R16 mean?

235 is the section width in millimetres, 85 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 199.8 mm), and R16 indicates radial construction for a 16-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 31.7 inches.

What are the load and speed ratings of the Sumitomo Encounter HT2 LT235/85R16 E?

Its load index of 120 allows up to 3,086 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of S is certified to 112 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.

How much does a set of 4 Sumitomo Encounter HT2 LT235/85R16 E tires cost?

A single tire is $148.49 and a set of four is $593.96, covered by a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty.

Does the Encounter HT2 come in other sizes?

Yes — we stock 51 additional Encounter HT2 sizes besides LT235/85R16 E. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.