Please select the correct speed index below:Uh oh! I was "SOLD". Actual on-road results may vary. The Michelin Defender is part of the Tire test program at Consumer Reports.

With the safety you expect. In this example, the tire sidewall height is approximately 55% of the tire width. Let’s start with width (click on each one to learn more about it):This three-digit number represents the width of the tire in millimeters (mm), measured from sidewall to sidewall. *** Based on internal rolling resistance tests versus Goodyear® Wrangler SR-A®; using the MICHELIN® Defender® LTX® M/S tire; in size LT265/70R17 121/118R. Sadly the new tires have 39k miles on them and only have 4/32nds tread left on all 4 tires.

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Both tires are available in some of the same sizes, so a common question is, "Which one is the better choice?" Michelin recently introduced two new tire lines, the Premier LTX and Defender LTX M/S. Menu. I read a review when I bought these suggesting they are loud and now I believe it. But for those whom maximum mileage is your #1 goal beyond all else, then this should be among your first choices.Tires was OK until I had them road force balanced. Went to have the rotation done and 2 of the tires was wavy and jumping on the rim. So we can’t tell you which tires are compatible with your vehicle without the full vehicle information.This tire is currently unavailable for sale online. Don't buy these -I don't know why Michelin can't design a quieter tire for SUVs. I have been sold on them for years. I had the front end rebuilt with new control arms, drove it to tire store with old tires, bought new tires and had the alignment done. Let’s start with width (click on each one to learn more about it):This three-digit number represents the width of the tire in millimeters (mm), measured from sidewall to sidewall. The Michelin Defender: one of the best-known, most reliable and all-around capable tires perhaps ever created.

So we can’t tell you which tires are compatible with your vehicle without the full vehicle information.This tire is currently unavailable for sale online. The noise did increase as they got older but I don’t have a problem with a little noise.I have always liked the performance of my Michelin tires but the tramlining on this set is a definite negative. The tires that came from factory only lasted 22,000 miles. The MICHELIN ® Defender ® LTX ® M/S combines the proven tread design of the LTX ® M/S2 with Evertread™ compound to provide durable tread life, no matter the season.. And our durable EverTread™ compound offers long-lasting dependability.Leave worries behind and hit the road with confidence. If you have questions or comments about tires for your vehicle, fill out this form.Copyright © 2020 Michelin North America Inc. All rights reserved.Are you sure you want to remove the following item from your cart?We found more than one size that could fit your vehicle. The last set lasted 60k miles when I replaced them. They have always been my go-to brand for my sedans.I bought these tires for the wife’s explorer in 2016.

Had to keep my eye on speed until I adjust to them. Please select the correct load index below:We found more than one result that could fit your vehicle. Very irritating considering half of my daily commute is on grooved pavement.Poor tread wear. Average wet stopping distance: MICHELIN® Defender® LTX® M/S : 265/70R17 115T : 136.5 ft, Bridgestone® Dueler™ H/L Alenza Plus : P265/70R17 113T : 163.0 ft, Firestone® Destination™ LE2 : P265/70R17 113T : 144.5 ft, Goodyear® Wrangler SR-A® : P265/70R17 113R : 170.7 ft Average snow traction: MICHELIN® Defender® LTX® M/S : 265/70R17 115T : 100%, Bridgestone® Dueler™ H/L Alenza Plus : P265/70R17 113T : 49%, Firestone® Destination™ LE2 : P265/70R17 113T : 72%, Goodyear® Wrangler SR-A® : P265/70R17 113R : 79%. The higher the tire's load index number, the greater its load carrying capacity.The speed rating indicates the maximum speed at which a tire can carry a load under specified service conditions.Drive on and rack up the miles. Wearing evenly and still look brand new. They are quiet, handle very well, and get excellent fuel economy. ).To view MICHELIN® recommended tire options for your vehicle click "Search by Vehicle" If you have questions or comments about tires for your vehicle, fill out this form.Copyright © 2020 Michelin North America Inc. All rights reserved.Are you sure you want to remove the following item from your cart?We found more than one size that could fit your vehicle.

conditions, etc. Some tires may vary from this value by +/-3% of the section height (affecting overall diameter), and +/-4% of the section width.I was recommenced to but these from Big O tires, these are the worst for my Audi TT!

All Defender tires come with a “T” speed rating, allowing a safe maximum rated speed of 118 MPH, and is available in several wheel sizes: 13- through 18-inch diameters in the following ranges: • 13 inch, 70 Series: 175/70R13; traction rating of 82 • 14 inch, 70 Series: 175/70R14 through P205/70R14; traction ratings o… I cannot comment on their longetivity as they are still fairly new. However, there is no guarantee that this is the original tire size unless they came on the vehicle new.We found more than one result that could fit your vehicle.