The big tire guide: This is what the names on tires mean

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What do these markings on tires mean? We decrypt this information for you.

1. Tire width in mm
2. The ratio of tire height to width in percentage. 65% of 195mm
3. Tire type. R = Radial tires
4. Rim diameter in inches (1 inch = 2.54 cm)
5. Load index (91 = 615 kg per tire)
6. Maximum recorded speed index (H = 210 km/h)
7. Creator and profile name
8. DOT plate according to US regulations. The number symbolizes the production date. 0809 = 8th week 2009
9. Tubeless = tubeless / tube type = tubed
10. Snowflake symbol indicates winter suitability
11. M+S (Mud and Snow) are winter or all-season tires
12. ECE test mark for European standard (14 is the country name of Switzerland)
13. Run Flat (tires with run-flat features)
14. Wear indicator (on tread)

Source: Blick