Speed rating
The speed rating code indicates the maximum speed at which a tire can carry the load indicated by its load index under the conditions of use specified by the manufacturer.
Load index
This is a numerical code that indicates the maximum load that a tire can carry at the speed indicated by its speed index in the conditions of use specified by the manufacturer.
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