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Key Markings Explained

• XL (Extra Load): Reinforced to handle the increased weight and high torque of large SUVs.
• FR (Flange Protector): Integrated rim guard to protect expensive 22" alloy wheels.
• AO: Original Equipment approved for Audi.
• J / LR: Specifically engineered for Jaguar and Land Rover models.
• ContiSilent: Features internal foam to significantly reduce in-cabin road noise, a premium feature for luxury SUVs.
• M+S: Mud and Snow rating (this tyre is still a summer compound and not 3PMSF winter certified).

8 Popular Compatible Vehicles

1. Audi Q7 / Q8: Frequently fitted with 285/40 R22 (AO marked).
2. Land Rover Range Rover Sport: Common fitment for 275/40 R22 (LR marked, with ContiSilent).
3. Jaguar F-Pace: Uses 285/35 R22 or 315/30 R22 (J marked, with ContiSilent).
4. Volkswagen Touareg: Uses 285/40 R22 for high-spec performance models.
5. BMW X5 / X6: Compatible with various 22" sizes, often in staggered setups (e.g., 285/35 R22 front and 315/30 R22 rear).
6. Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupé: Uses sizes like 285/40 R22.
7. Porsche Cayenne: Uses specific 22" performance sizes (check for N0 markings, not explicitly in these results).
8. Bentley Bentayga: Uses specific high-load 22" performance sizes within this range.

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 22" CUV/SUV Sizes and Markings

• 265/35 R22 102W XL, FR
• 275/40 R22 108W XL, FR, ContiSilent, LR (Land Rover)
• 285/35 R22 106W XL, FR
• 285/35 R22 106W XL, FR, ContiSilent, J (Jaguar)
• 285/40 R22 110Y XL, FR
• 285/40 R22 110Y XL, FR, AO (Audi)
• 295/30 R22 103W XL, FR
• 315/30 R22 107W XL, FR
• 315/30 R22 107W XL, FR, ContiSilent, J (Jaguar)