Sumitomo

Encounter HT2

Name: Sumitomo Encounter HT2 LT265/70R18 E
Brand: Sumitomo
SKU: HT230
Price: 184.49 USD
Availability: InStock

LT265/70R18 E

$184.49/tire $245.99

Set of 4: $737.96

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Specifications

Size	LT265/70R18 E Encounter HT2
Width	265 mm
Aspect ratio	70
Rim diameter	R18
Load index	124/121
Speed rating	S
Ply rating	10

Treadwear warranty	60,000 miles
Tread depth	15/32"
Weight	48 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 LT265/70R18 E size

In the size code 265/70R18, 265 is the section width in millimetres (about 10.4"). 70 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 70% of the width, or roughly 185.5 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 32.6".

The load index 124 means each tire supports up to 3,527 lbs — about 14,108 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 $184.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $737.96. That is about 10% below the average price of the 117 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $12.30 per 1,000 miles across the set.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 265/70R18 mean?

265 is the section width in millimetres, 70 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 185.5 mm), and R18 indicates radial construction for a 18-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 32.6 inches.

What are the load and speed ratings of the Sumitomo Encounter HT2 LT265/70R18 E?

Its load index of 124 allows up to 3,527 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 LT265/70R18 E tires cost?

A single tire is $184.49 and a set of four is $737.96, 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 LT265/70R18 E. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.