Michelin

Defender LTX M/S 2

Name: Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 LT285/65R18 E
Brand: Michelin
SKU: 10763
Price: 307.49 USD
Availability: InStock

LT285/65R18 E

$307.49/tire $409.99

Set of 4: $1229.96

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Specifications

Size	LT285/65R18 E Defender LTX M/S 2
Width	285 mm
Aspect ratio	65
Rim diameter	R18
Load index	125/122
Speed rating	S
Ply rating	10

Treadwear warranty	50,000 miles
Tread depth	14/32"
Weight	53.9 lbs
Max pressure	80 psi
Severe snow (3PMSF)	No
Run-flat	No

About the Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2

All-Season Highway Terrain Passenger Light Truck/SUV and Crossover tire. Electric Vehicle (EV) Compatible.

Features

* All season tread design* Evertread 2.0 compound* M+S Rated* 70,000 Mile Treadwear Limited Warranty (P-Metric Sizes)* 50,000 Mile Treadwear Limited Warranty (LT-Sizes)

Benefits

* Provides longer tread life* Reliable year round traction and handling* For a quiet and comfortable ride

Understanding the LT285/65R18 E size

In the size code 285/65R18, 285 is the section width in millimetres (about 11.2"). 65 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 65% of the width, or roughly 185.3 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 32.6".

The load index 125 means each tire supports up to 3,638 lbs — about 14,552 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 $307.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $1229.96. That is about 9% above the average of the 58 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range. Backed by a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $24.60 per 1,000 miles across the set.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 285/65R18 mean?

285 is the section width in millimetres, 65 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 185.3 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 Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 LT285/65R18 E?

Its load index of 125 allows up to 3,638 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 Michelin Defender LTX M/S 2 LT285/65R18 E tires cost?

A single tire is $307.49 and a set of four is $1229.96, covered by a 50,000-mile treadwear warranty.

Does the Defender LTX M/S 2 come in other sizes?

Yes — we stock 56 additional Defender LTX M/S 2 sizes besides LT285/65R18 E. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.