What is a tyre load rating?
Understanding tyre load ratings
The load rating, also called the load index, is a number on your tyre sidewall that tells you the maximum weight each tyre can safely carry when inflated to the correct pressure.
Where to find it
In the tyre size 205/55 R16 91V, the load rating is 91. Each number corresponds to a specific weight capacity.
Common load ratings
| Load index | Maximum load per tyre |
|---|
| 82 |
475 kg |
| 87 |
545 kg |
| 91 |
615 kg |
| 94 |
670 kg |
| 99 |
775 kg |
| 104 |
900 kg |
Why it matters
Your vehicle manufacturer specifies a minimum load rating based on the car's weight and how it is distributed across the axles. Fitting a tyre with too low a load rating is dangerous because the tyre could fail under the vehicle's normal weight, particularly when fully loaded with passengers and luggage. Our registration search ensures that every tyre shown meets or exceeds your vehicle's minimum load rating.
