Tire size for "gazelle": marking, characteristics, selection

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:41

The safety of driving and the comfort of movement of a vehicle directly depend on its wheels. When choosing a tire size for a "gazelle", the car owner is guided by many principles of acquisition. The tire is selected according to such requirements as the quality of the material produced, the manufacturer, tread pattern and seasonality. Car tires are divided into winter, summer and all-weather. Most often, drivers buy all-weather tires for a gazelle. This is due to the reasonable price and versatility of the tire. In terms of comfort and safety, it is recommended to mount tires according to the season: in summer - summer, in winter - winter tires.

Gazelle tires

When choosing wheels for a "gazelle", it must be taken into account that this vehicle is defined by category as a cargo vehicle. Accordingly, it is necessary to approach this with all responsibility, guided primarily by traffic safety considerations.

A new tire should have a clear grooved tread pattern,the necessary marking, which indicates the wheel size and operating conditions of the rubber. The recommended factory parameters of wheel tires for "gazelle" set the dimensions of the tire for "gazelle" 185/75 r16c and 175/80 r16c. The first size has gained great popularity. Such a tire in its marking includes a destination identifier in the form of the letter "C", which is used in the designation of tires for light trucks with a ply rating of 8PR.

Useful information when choosing a tire

In order to efficiently and competently choose the right tire model for a vehicle, you need to have fundamental knowledge on this issue. These important metrics will be:

• Diameter wheel size. It is necessary information about the speed indicators on the vehicle speed display device. Characterizes, in conjunction with other data, the height of the wheel. It is necessary in order to avoid contact of the tire surface with car body parts during installation and further movement. The recommended tire size index for a gazelle is R16. Corresponds to 68.4 cm wheel diameter.
• Tire width. Defines the width of the treaded rubber surface that will bear the total load of the vehicle body. The recommended default settings are sizes from 175 mm to 195. This identifier is displayed in the marking in the first place.



• Disk width. It is important to keepthe necessary correspondence between the width of the metal (or alloy) disc and the width of the tire. This will not allow negative consequences to affect the destruction of the tire and will provide the opportunity for a full-fledged installation. The standard indicators for tire sizes for a gazelle will be 40.6 cm.
• Profile height. This is the distance of the tire from the rim. When using low profile tires, there is a high percentage of damage to the disc body while driving on a road surface with pits and potholes. It is also possible to cut through the rubber when hitting such bumps during a wheel strike. Low profile tires are only suitable for driving on flat sections of the road. This is clearly not suitable for the operation of a truck, including a gazelle.

Tire markings

In addition to the above data, there are other indicators in the tire marking: load capacity, purpose, speed limits, tire design and others.

For example, in the marking characteristics of a tire for "gazelle" 185/75 R16c 96N are indicated:

• Tire width - 185 mm.
• The percentage ratio between the height and width of the tire profile is 75%.
• Tire cord construction - radial (R). There are also diagonal designs (D), but they are used less frequently.
• Destination index - C, used for light truck operation.
• Load index - 96N. According to the generally accepted load classification, this identifier indicates that the tire (one) can withstand a weight equal to 710 kg.

Onthe car is allowed to operate tires on a "gazelle" with a larger width equal to 195 or 205 mm. The rear axle set of pairs can be mounted with tires with an ID from 96 to 201, but this is with a large load margin. The front wheelset can have an index range from 96 to 101.

Additional seasonal markings

In accordance with many years of experience in the operation of cargo "gazelles", drivers prefer to equip the car with all-season tires. This decision is interpreted by the desire to save on seasonal tire fitting, the lack of space for maintaining a second set of rubber. The rear wheels are difficult to mount as there are 4 of them.

Seasonal marking has the following symbols characterizing the season and operating conditions:

• "M + S". Tires with a tread pattern for efficient movement on mud and snow cover. They have a ground grip. These wheels on the "gazelle" can be all-weather or winter. If the marking does not contain a snowflake pattern, then it is not recommended to use the tires in winter, only in summer.
• AS, AGT - all-season models.
• AW - for use in all weather conditions.
• Winter, snowflake pictogram - tires for the winter period.
• Aqua, Rain, Water or umbrella images - tires are designed for efficient movement on the road covered with water. Due to a certain tread pattern, water is removed from under the area of \u200b\u200bcontact between the tire andexpensive. This maintains the maximum possible grip of the wheel with the road surface to ensure safe driving.
• Studless - winter tires that are not subject to studding.
• Studdable - winter tires with studs or the ability to.

Seasonal Tires

Having decided on the size of the tires for the "gazelle" and their operating conditions, you should study the tire models directly.

Popular summer tires for "gazelle" are "Rosava BTs-44". The model is designed for driving on city roads and highways. Combines low price and stable reliability.

For the all-weather model "Rosava" has BC-24 type tires. They have a high level of grip at any time of the year and good wear resistance.

For winter, the Kama Euro-250 or Bel-293 Bravado models are most suitable for the Gazelle.

Producers

Tires are produced not only by domestic manufacturers, but also by foreign ones. For example, in the automotive tire market, a large number of Chinese tires for the "gazelle" 185/75 r16c are sold. Known companies such as Hercules, WestLake, Tigar and others. The quality of the product directly depends on the manufacturer and the price.