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Key Markings Explained

• FR (Flange Protector): Continental's term for integrated rim protection feature to safeguard alloy wheels from light kerb damage.
• M+S: All sizes carry this basic designation, indicating the tread pattern is capable of performing in light snow and mud conditions.
• Summer/All-Terrain Compound: This tyre is primarily designed for warm weather on-road performance and light off-road use; it is not 3PMSF winter certified.

Popular Compatible Vehicles

Here are popular vehicles compatible with the 15" Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 tyre range in the Irish market:

• Toyota Hilux (older models): A common pickup that uses sizes like 215/75 R15 or 235/70 R15.
• Jeep Wrangler (older models): Compatible with the 235/75 R15 size.
• Land Rover Defender (older models): Compatible with the robust 15" options.
• Ford Ranger (older models): Uses the 235/75 R15 size.
• Mitsubishi Shogun / Pajero (older generations): Often fits the 235/70 R15 or 255/70 R15 size.
• Suzuki Jimny (older models): Compatible with the smaller 205/70 R15 size.
• Nissan Navara (older models): Uses the 235/70 R15 or 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..

Here is a simple list of all 15" sizes for the Continental ContiCrossContact LX 2 all-terrain (80/20 On/Off-Road) tyre range, which are available in the Irish market, including specific Manufacturer-Approved (Original Equipment) sizes and their markings.

Available 15" CUV/SUV Sizes and Markings (Smallest to Largest)

• 205, 70, 15, 96T
• 215, 70, 15, 98T, FR
• 215, 75, 15, 100T, FR
• 225, 70, 15, 100H, FR
• 235, 70, 15, 103S, FR
• 235, 70, 15, 103T, FR
• 235, 75, 15, 105S, FR
• 255, 70, 15, 108T, FR