255/45R20 Hankook Winter i*pike X W429A 105T XL

The Hankook Winter i*pike X W429A 255/45 R20 is 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 weather conditions. Right from the start of sales, the manufacturers sensed they had created a winner, which is why this model is designed specifically for crossovers and SUVs.

255/45 R20 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 steeper angle relative to the direction of travel. This has significantly improved traction on snow.

The shoulder areas of theI*pike X W429A consist 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.