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Key Features & Markings

• EU Label ‘A’ to ‘C’ Wet Grip: Achieves high scores despite an aggressive tread pattern.
• FR (Felgenrippe): Integrated Rim Protection on many sizes.
• Robust Casing: High puncture resistance for off-road durability.
• Optimized Sipes: Enhanced grip on loose surfaces (M+S rated).
• M+S Rated: Suitable for mud and snow conditions.

Popular Compatible Vehicles

• Suzuki Jimny / Vitara (Older models): The 205/70 R15 is a common fitment for these compact 4x4s.
• Jeep Wrangler (TJ Models): The 215/75 R15 and 235/75 R15 are classic fitments.
• Mitsubishi L200 / Pajero (Classic): These vehicles can use the 235/75 R15 size for general utility use.
• Toyota Hilux (Older 2WD/4WD models): May use the 205/70 R15 or 235/75 R15 depending on specification.
• Isuzu D-Max (Older models): Compatible with the 235/75 R15 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 15" Sizes and Markings

The Continental CrossContact ATR range in 15 inches primarily serves older generation 4x4s and utility vehicles, offering a robust construction suitable for mixed on/off-road use in the Irish market.

• 205/70 R15, 96T FR M+S
• 215/75 R15, 100T FR M+S
• 235/75 R15, 105T FR M+S