NT01

About the Nitto NT01

D.O.T. Compliant Competition Radial Road Course tire Designed with the Weekend Road Racer in mind.

Features

* Molded at 6.3/32nds of an inch, can be shaved to 3/32 of an inch tread depth* Large, nearly continuous shoulder blocks* High modulus rayon carcass, reinforced sidewall and advanced body construction* Road race compound

Benefits

* Offers varying degrees of competition performance* Maximize contact area, increasing dry performance while accelerating, braking and cornering* Increase stabililty during braking, cornering and straight-aways* Balanced dry traction, cinsistency, heat cycle performance, heat resistance and longevity

Understanding the 205/50ZR15 size

In the size code 205/50R15, 205 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.1"). 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 50% of the width, or roughly 102.5 mm. R15 means radial construction on a 15-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 23.1".

The load index 86 means each tire supports up to 1,168 lbs — about 4,672 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.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 100 AA A. The treadwear grade of 100 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 AA 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 $160.50 per tire, a full set of four costs $642.00. That is about 21% above the average of the 16 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range.