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Key Markings Explained

• MFS / FSL: Maximum Flange Shield or Flange Shield Logic, an integrated rim protection feature to safeguard alloy wheels.
• MO: Mercedes-Benz Original Equipment approval, indicating a custom-tuned tyre for specific Mercedes models.
• Summer Performance: These tyres are optimized for temperatures above 7°C. They do not carry winter certification (3PMSF or M+S).

Popular Compatible Vehicles

Here are popular vehicles compatible with the 16" Bridgestone Dueler H/P Sport tyre range in the Irish market:

• Mercedes-Benz GLA: Uses the 215/65 R16 size, often with the "MO" marking.
• Nissan Qashqai: Uses the 215/65 R16 size as a standard fitment.
• Volkswagen Tiguan: Uses the 215/65 R16 size.
• Hyundai Tucson / Kia Sportage: Compatible with the 215/65 R16 size.
• Toyota RAV4: Uses the 215/65 R16 size on some entry-level models.
• Ford Kuga: Uses the 215/65 R16 size.
• Audi Q3: Compatible with the 215/65 R16 size for on-road summer use.
• Honda CR-V: Compatible with the 215/65 R16 size.

Summer tyres are most common in Ireland, offering peak fuel efficiency mileage and grip when temperatures stay above 7°C. However, they are not the official standard for winter safety. Motorists must show caution in cold conditions; below 7°C, summer rubber hardens, significantly compromising grip and wet braking performance on cold, saturated Irish roads.

All-Season tyres are the superior "fit-and-forget" solution for Ireland's wet, temperate climate. Specifically engineered to remain flexible in the cold, they provide shorter stopping distances on near-freezing, rain-soaked surfaces and carry the 3PMSF certification for frost and light snow. They offer total year-round peace of mind without the hassle of seasonal swaps.

Load Rating: Maximum Weight Capacity Explained

The load index is a numerical code representing the maximum weight in kgs that a single tyre can safely carry. To ensure safety, the combined capacity of all four tyres must exceed the vehicle’s total weight when fully loaded.

Speed Rating: Maximum Velocity Explained

Represented by a letter, the speed rating indicates the maximum kph a tyre can maintain over a prolonged period. Higher speed ratings are engineered to handle the heat and stresses generated at faster speeds more effectively.

Quick Reference Guide

• Check your requirements: You can find the specific requirements for your vehicle on the tyre information plate (usually located on the driver-side door pillar) or in the owner's manual.
• Replacement rule: It is vital never to fit a tyre with a lower load index or speed rating than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Common Ratings: Standard ratings include T (190 kph), H (210 kph), and V (240 kph). You can view a full conversion table below..

Available 16" CUV/SUV Sizes and Markings (Smallest to Largest)

• 215, 65, 16, 98V, MO (Mercedes-Benz)
• 215, 65, 16, 98V, MFS
• 225, 60, 16, 98V, FSL
• 235, 60, 16, 100H, MFS