Winter tires "Nokia Hakapelita": reviews

2024 Author: Erin Ralphs | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-02-19 11:42

Experienced motorists know that safety and comfort when moving directly depend on the quality of tires. Therefore, they approach their choice very responsibly. Among the range of winter tires, the products of the Finnish brand Nokian are in demand. "Nokia Hakapelita" - a series of car tires, thanks to which the manufacturing company has become famous throughout the world. Let's take a closer look at the most popular rubber models and reviews about them.

Brand story

The Scandinavian company Nokian is the largest tire manufacturer in the North. The plant began producing automotive products in 1936. Hard work and the constant introduction of innovative technologies into the production process have made the tires of the Finnish company one of the best and most in demand in the world.

This brand produces tires designed specifically for operation in regions with difficult climatic conditions, truly frosty, snowy winters. Nokia Hakapelita is especially popular. Winter tires of this series have been produced for over 70 years. Each new tire model receives fromdevelopers improved performance.

The manufacturer annually invests part of the profits in the development and testing of products. Rubber is tested during the production process at our own testing ground located above the Arctic Circle. It is in this place that the most severe conditions are created to test the behavior of tires in extreme circumstances. Such a serious approach to production allows us to create truly high-quality products that can ensure safety and long service life.

"Winter" by Nokian

The Finnish brand introduced winter tires in two series - Nokia Nordman and Nokia Hakapelita. The second option is considered a premium class, and the first one belongs to the middle price segment. However, when choosing between them, drivers often prefer more expensive tires, arguing that they are better made and behave better at low ambient temperatures.

Each tire model gets its original tread pattern, selected using computer technology. This allows you to achieve maximum grip with the road surface and ensure effective removal of moisture. Despite the fact that older tires have slightly worse properties than new ones, they are still in demand. This suggests that the manufacturer pays special attention to product quality and takes care of the needs of the owners of "iron horses".

Popular models

For many years, "Nokia Hakapelita 2" was appreciateddrivers for reliability and excellent performance. Many managed to ride it for 6-8 seasons with minimal loss of spikes. According to reviews, this model is able to overcome any "surprises" on the winter road. The manufacturer managed to achieve such high performance due to the simultaneous use of studding and a unique compound that gave the rubber good traction on any type of surface.

Many drivers consider the second generation of tires the most successful and continue to operate them successfully. The manufacturer, in turn, offers to try out newer, improved tires.

"Nokia Hakapelita 4" is another reliable "shoe" for the vehicle. At one time, it was in demand due to the use of a new diamond-shaped spike shape. In almost all tests, this tire occupied a leading position for excellent grip.

Currently, models such as Nokia Hakapelita 5, 7, 8 and 9 generations are considered in demand.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5 winter tire review

The tire was released for the 70th anniversary of the Finnish tire brand and almost immediately became the “favorite” of many car owners. The company's specialists have developed this model in such a way that it does not let the driver down even when driving in the most severe conditions. That is why several innovative technologies were introduced during the creation process: "bear claw", Quattrotread (four-layer tread) and a four-sided spike with a plus mark.

Technical innovation called "bear claw" was first used in the fifth generation of "Nokia Hakapelita". The winter tire received improved grip with the roadway due to rubber lugs on the tread blocks. They made it possible to keep the stud vertical and prevent it from tilting when in contact with the asph alt.

The four-sided shape of the "steel tooth" was used in the previous model. In the updated version, the prefix "plus" indicates that both the base of the spike and its body now also have this shape. This allows for a more secure fit of the cleat in the seat and improves grip.

In the manufacture of the tread, four types of rubber compound are used at once. This innovation made it possible to improve the properties of each individual section of the tire.

Security indicators

To determine the degree of tread wear, it is now enough to look at a special indicator located on the central edge of the wheel. It shows the remaining groove depth. As the tread wears, the numbers will disappear one by one.

In addition, Nokia Hakapelita 5 received additional indicators in the form of "snowflakes", which show the possibility of using tires in the cold season.

The initial break-in will also affect the life of the rubber. The new "spike" should be operated in a quiet mode for the first 500 km. This is necessary for the correct "fitting" of the spikes.

ThanDo drivers like the fifth generation of Nokia Hakapelita? The rubber of this model has excellent handling characteristics both on a snowy road and on ice. She overcomes any snowdrifts and does not burrow into the snow. Many car owners choose it in cases where it is necessary to often drive out of town or off-road.

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7: model features

The undisputed leader of numerous tests is "Nokia Hakapelita 7". In this model, the developers successfully combine safety and comfort. Tires easily adapt to any road conditions and have good directional stability.

When creating tires, the following innovative technologies were used:

• "bear claw" - the technology proved to be successful in the previous model, which prompted specialists to use it in the new model;
• Air Claw Technology (air shock absorbers) - holes in the form of a drop, located in front of the stud, allowed to reduce the noise level when riding the "spike". When the tire came into contact with the road surface, vibration was significantly reduced, and the impact of the stud was softened;
• hexagonal shape of the "steel tooth" - such a spike has the shape of a rhombus, which has beveled sharp corners. Excellent grip performance during braking and acceleration was achieved due to the fact that its wide side was directed in the direction of travel;
• eight-row studding - uniqueness lies in the fact that the developers did not have to increase the number of studs themselves, which would lead to an increase in masstires "Nokia Hakapelita 7";
• unique compound - in addition to the usual mixture of rubber and silica, rapeseed oil was added to the composition for the first time. This reduced rolling resistance and improved wet grip;
• three-dimensional sipes - this implementation added rigidity to the tires and improved their behavior on dry pavement.

Reviews

Most experts and drivers are of the opinion that the seventh generation of Nokia Hakapelita is the ideal tire for operation in harsh domestic winters. "Winter" in this model of "spike" received a lot of praise due to the minimum noise level, excellent grip on icy and snowy roads, and the possibility of long-term operation.

Eighth Generation Hakkapeliitta

In 2013, the specialists of the Finnish company presented their next development - Hakkapeliitta 8. The model received a directional tread pattern, excellent directional stability on any type of road surface, the lowest possible noise level and, as always, high safety. Designed tires "Nokia Hakapelita 8" for driving in extreme conditions.

Presented "eight" in 59 sizes. Rubber is suitable for both cars and family minivans or crossovers.

What makes the model unique?

The construction and design of this tire incorporates the most advanced technologies that have allowed it to become a leader intests of winter spikes.

The manufacturer has noticeably worked on the tread pattern, “awarded” the rubber with 190 anchor studs, replaced the air shock absorbers with more functional Eco Stud “pillows”. The latter are a special soft rubber compound that provides optimal pressure on the road surface and helps prevent the damaging effects of the stud.

Opinion of drivers

In some moments this model really wins in comparison with its predecessor. It responds faster and more clearly to steering commands, has improved cross-country performance, retains its shape when passing bumps on the road, and slows down better on slippery roads. But at the same time, Nokia Hakapelita 8 seemed noisy to many motorists, despite the use of Eco Stud technology.

"Bite" and the price of tires. The average cost of a set is 27,000-30,000 rubles.