Bridgestone Potenza S001RFT 245/50R18 100Y Tire

The New Dimension of Perfectly Balanced Wet and Dry Performance
Inheriting the technology used in the PotenzaRE5, the tyre chosen for high performance cars the world over, takes the driving experience to a new level of wet and dry performance.Reducing the PotenzaRE050`s four main grooves down to three enables a larger block on the tyre`s outside edge. This, combined with the new “Multi-Performance Block” and “6 degree Slant Lug”, enables improved handling and braking performance in both wet and dry conditions.
• Semi Slick-CentreRib: Slick-style centreRib improves the handlingResponse of the steering center.• GUTT II Simulation Straight Grooves: With GUTT II Simulation the alignment, thickness and configuration of the straightRooves significantlyReduce theRick of hydroplaning.• NEW : 6 degree Slanted Sipe: Block sipes are positioned at a 6 degree angle, with the same effect as the nose of an F1Racing car. BlockRigidity has been optimised, improving both traction and braking performance.• Block and Click Combination: Lateral grooves improve traction and braking. This combined with slick area,Reduces wear on the inside edge and guards against becoming unbalanced with the outside edge.• Multi-Performance Block: The outside block, which takes most of the load when cornering, has been enlarged andReinforced to improve both wet and dry handling.

Tyre Width
245

Tyre Profile
50

Rim Size
18
It is the diameter of the tyre’s innerRim in inches.

Load Index
100
The load index corrolates to the maximum amount of weight the tire can carry.

Tyre SI
Y
This indicates the maximum speed for the actual tyre at full load.