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How to Read a Tire Sidewall
The
peaked mountain with snowflake symbol
indicates a snow tire.
M+S
(Mud and Snow) indicates an all-season tire.
P
stands for Passenger vehicle (or you may find L for Light-Duty Vehicle)
195
is the width of the tire in millimeters.
60
is the "aspect ratio" - the ratio of the height of the sidewall to the width, expressed as a percentage.
R
Means the tire has radial construction
15
represents the wheel diameter in inches.
87
is the load index.
Q
is the speed rating.