Maxclimate

About the GT Radial Maxclimate

All-Weather Grand Touring Passenger Car and CUV tire.

Features

* Asymmetric tread design* Water evacuation grooves* Full depth, zig-zag sipes* M+S Rated* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol* 60,000 Mile/100,000 km Treadwear Limited Warranty* Road Hazard Warranty* 24 hr Roadside Assistance* 30 Day Test Drive

Benefits

* Offers responsive handling and touring-style comfort, with increased wet and snow driving confidence* Channels redistribute water away from the tire contact area in wet and slushy conditions* Provide additional biting edges and traction when severe snow traction is needed* Meets the required performance criteria for Use in Severe Snow Conditions

Understanding the 235/50R18 size

In the size code 235/50R18, 235 is the section width in millimetres (about 9.3"). 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 50% of the width, or roughly 117.5 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 27.3".

The load index 97 means each tire supports up to 1,609 lbs — about 6,436 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol V certifies the tire to 149 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the GT Radial Maxclimate is built for

It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it passed a standardised severe-snow traction test.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 600 A A. The treadwear grade of 600 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 A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $131.99 per tire, a full set of four costs $527.96. That is about 15% below the average price of the 127 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 60,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $8.80 per 1,000 miles across the set.