Continental Vikingcontact 8 225/40R18 XL Vikingcontact 8
Continental

Vikingcontact 8

225/40R18 XL
🏷️ Manufacturer rebate available: Continental Get a $110 Rebate; Continental Get up to $200 Rebate
$152.24/tire $202.99
Set of 4: $608.96
Minimum order: 4 tires (sizes can be mixed) ? Selling in sets of 4 is how we keep our prices this low — and a matching set keeps your car balanced and safe.
Most drivers replace all four for even wear and handling.
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Specifications

Size225/40R18 XL Vikingcontact 8
Width225 mm
Aspect ratio40
Rim diameterR18
Load index92
Speed ratingT
Load rangeXL
Tread depth10/32"
Weight22.5 lbs
Max pressure50 psi
Severe snow (3PMSF)No
Run-flatNo

About the Continental Vikingcontact 8

Winter Ice Grip Passenger Light Truck/SUV and CUV Touring tire.

Features

* PolarPlus technology* M+S Rated* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol* Carries the Ice Grip symbol* 60 Day Trial* 3 Year Roadside Assistance* 12 Month Road Hazard Coverage

Benefits

* Provides flexible tread in cold temperatures, better grip in winter conditions and shorter stopping distances on snow and ice-covered roads* Optimized range/fuel economy* Low road noise* Meets the required performance criteria for Use in Severe Snow Conditions* Meets the required performance criteria for Winter tire Grip in Icy Conditions

Understanding the 225/40R18 XL size

In the size code 225/40R18, 225 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.9"). 40 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 40% of the width, or roughly 90 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 25.1".

The load index 92 means each tire supports up to 1,389 lbs — about 5,556 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.

What the Continental Vikingcontact 8 is built for

Fitment category: Undefined.

Price and value

At $152.24 per tire, a full set of four costs $608.96. That sits close to the average for the 144 tires we stock in this size.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 225/40R18 mean?

225 is the section width in millimetres, 40 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 90 mm), and R18 indicates radial construction for a 18-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 25.1 inches.

What are the load and speed ratings of the Continental Vikingcontact 8 225/40R18 XL?

Its load index of 92 allows up to 1,389 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of T is certified to 118 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 Continental Vikingcontact 8 225/40R18 XL tires cost?

A single tire is $152.24 and a set of four is $608.96.

Does the Vikingcontact 8 come in other sizes?

Yes — we stock 85 additional Vikingcontact 8 sizes besides 225/40R18 XL. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.

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