
Uniroyal AllSeasonExpert 3: Advanced Shark Skin Safety for Sun, Rain, and Snow. 17"
102,00 € - 425,00 €
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Quick Guide to Markings & Features
- XL: Extra Load – Reinforced for the higher weight demands of modern SUVs and loaded estates.
- FR: Rim Guard – Protective rubber rib designed to shield alloy wheels from kerb damage.
- 3PMSF: Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake – Officially certified for severe winter and snow performance.
- Shark Skin 2.0: Next-gen tread flow technology that disperses water instantly to prevent aquaplaning.
Popular Vehicles for these 17" Sizes
These 17-inch sizes fit a wide array of passenger cars, crossovers, and SUVs popular in the Irish market:
Passenger Cars (Saloons, Hatches, Estates):
- Audi A3 / A4: Premium executive cars benefiting from Uniroyal's high wet grip rating year-round.
- BMW 1, 2 & 3 Series: Popular choice for drivers wanting performance handling and certified winter safety without changing tyres.
- Mercedes-Benz A-Class / C-Class: Executive models seeking a reliable, high-performance solution for Ireland's varied weather.
- Volkswagen Golf / Passat: Ireland's benchmark cars, offering balanced performance and safety with these fitments.
- Ford Focus / Mondeo: Popular family hatchbacks and saloons that require reliable all-weather grip.
SUV / CUVs:
- Hyundai Tucson / Kia Sportage: Ireland's best-selling CUVs, benefiting from robust XL construction and the 3PMSF winter rating.
- Nissan Qashqai / Juke: Extremely popular compact crossovers, ideal for urban and suburban Irish driving.
- Dacia Duster: Budget-friendly SUV matching the tyre's practicality and durability.
- BMW X1 / X2 / X3: Premium compact crossovers needing reliable traction year-round.
Summer vs All Season Tyres & The Irish Climate
Summer tyres use specialized hard compounds for maximum dry/wet precision above 7°C. In Ireland’s mild but wet climate, many motorists transition to the Uniroyal AllSeasonExpert 3 as it offers the same uncompromising aquaplaning resistance as a premium summer rain tyre, but remains flexible below 7°C to handle morning frosts and unexpected snowfall, providing year-round "peace of mind."
Load and Speed Rating
The load index is a numerical code for the maximum weight (kg) a single tyre can safely support. The speed rating, shown as a letter, indicates the maximum speed (kph) it can maintain. Always match or exceed manufacturer specifications found on the door pillar or manual; never fit tyres with lower ratings than recommended.
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..


Popular 17" Uniroyal AllSeasonExpert 3 Sizes
- 205, 40, R17, 84V, XL, FR
- 205, 45, R17, 88V, XL, FR
- 205, 50, R17, 93V, XL, FR
- 205, 55, R17, 95V, XL, FR
- 215, 40, R17, 87V, XL, FR
- 215, 45, R17, 91V, XL, FR
- 215, 50, R17, 95V, XL, FR
- 215, 55, R17, 98V, XL, FR (SUV/CUV)
- 225, 45, R17, 94V, XL, FR
- 225, 50, R17, 98V, XL, FR (SUV/CUV)
- 225, 55, R17, 101V, XL, FR (SUV/CUV)
- 235, 45, R17, 97V, XL, FR
- 235, 50, R17, 103V, XL, FR (SUV/CUV)
- 235, 55, R17, 103V, XL, FR (SUV/CUV)
- 245, 40, R17, 95V, XL, FR
- 245, 45, R17, 99V, XL, FR





