265/70R16 Hankook Winter i*pike X W429A 112T DOT ar radzēm

The Hankook Winter i*pike X W429A 265/70 R16is a studdable winter tire, one of the latest products that the renowned Korean tire manufacturer has developed for SUV enthusiasts. This tire is an improved successor to the older W419 model. Like its predecessor, the W429 is designed for the harsh winter conditions of Northern Europe and Scandinavia, which means it is perfectly suited for handling Latvia’s climate. Right from the start of sales, the manufacturers sensed that they had created a winner, which is why this model is designed specifically for crossovers and SUVs.

265/70 R16 Key features of the Hankook Winter i*pike X W429A

– An optimized V-shaped symmetrical tread pattern improves traction and handling in all types of winter conditions;

– A new rubber compound improves the tire’s flexibility at low temperatures;

– Carefully calculated block layout and shape ensure a higher level of comfort;

– Studs provide excellent performance in particularly harsh winter conditions, ensuring even better traction.

Carrying on the legacy of the previous model, the i*pike X also features a tread pattern with a V-shaped, directionally symmetrical design, which has, however, been significantly modified. The center of the tread now features a more robust longitudinal rib, whose high rigidity ensures excellent directional stability and high performance when driving on typical winter road conditions. On either side of the central rib, as before, there are massive independent blocks, which are now positioned at a sharper angle relative to the direction of travel. This has significantly improved traction on snow.

The shoulder area of theI*pike X W429A consists of two separate rows of tread blocks. Compared to its predecessor, these tread blocks have become significantly larger, and the distance between them has increased considerably.

Thanks to the increased number of sipes, the contact area with the road surface has improved grip, which enhances handling on slippery surfaces. Furthermore, the already high number of studs has increased significantly; Depending on the size of the Hankook i*pike X W429A , the number of studs and their placement are designed to provide maximum traction on both ice and snow.