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Firestone Winterforce 2 205/70R15 96S BSW

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Specifications

Specs

Value

Description

Sidewall

BSW

Describes the sidewall appearance. Examples: BSW= Black Side Wall, WSW = White Side Wall, OWL = Outlined White Letters.

Load Index

96

The load index (LI) is a 2- or 3-digit number that correlates to the maximum amount of weight the tire can carry. For example, a tire with a load index of 87 indicates that the tire can carry a maximum load of 1,201 lbs. In this particularl ... Read More

Speed Rating
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S

Speed rating (SR) indicates the maximum speed the tire can achieve. Higher speed ratings are typically associated with better handling capabilities. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended minimum speed rating.

Load Range/Ply Rating
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Not Available

Ply rating, more commonly referred to as load range, represents the strength and durability of the tire. Higher ratings may indicate your tires can handle heavier loads.

UTQG

Not Available

To help consumers evaluate their tires, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) created the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQG). The UTQG rates tires are rated on their tread-wear, traction performance, and te ... Read More

Max Single Load(lbs)

1565

The maximum load this tire will support. Remember to multiply this number by the number of tires installed on your vehicle to get the maximum carrying capacity. This number is directly related to the Load Index.

Max Single Air Pressure(PSI)

44

The maximum air pressure this tire will support. This does not represent the amount of air pressure your tires should have at all times. Consult with your owner's manual to determine the best air pressure you should use for your vehicle.

Tread Depth

12.0

The amount of tread on the tire. Once the tire is worn to 2/32nds, it is considered fully used and should be replaced at that time. Most tires will have tire indicators in the grooves of the tire to help you determine when the tires are wor ... Read More

Tread Design

Directional

The pattern of the grooves, lugs, voids, and sipes on a tire's surface. This design affects the tire's traction, handling, and noise characteristics. Common types include symmetrical (uniform pattern across the tire), asymmetrical (differen ... Read More

Rim Width Range

5.0-7.0

The approved wheel rim width range this tire will support.

Measured Rim Width

6.0

The recommended wheel width as recommended by the tire manufacturer to get the best wear us performance for this tire.

Section Width

8.2

The measurement from sidewall to sidewall.

Tread Width

Not Available

The measurement from one side of the tread to the other side of the tread.

Overall Diameter

26.3

The height of the tire when fully inflated.

Manufacturer Part Number

148963

Manufacturer part number (sku)

Reviews

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JH
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Jan 12th, 2022
Customer service
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 205/65R15 94S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"Great tires and great customer service!"


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Patty S.
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Jan 8th, 2019
Love them!
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 215/70R15 98S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"Used to have at least one flat per week. We live on a gravel road. Since putting these tires on I haven't had one flat...I will be buying more"


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Dan Y.
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Nov 26th, 2019
Great tire for winter 2 wheel drive truck
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 205/75R15 97S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"I bought a set of these for last winter and loved them. I ran over a piece of steel on the road and needed a replacement quick. Tires-easy made it quick, easy & low cost again!"


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Blondie
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Mar 21st, 2019
Best winter tires ever!
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 205/55R16 91S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"These are the only winter tires I will ever purchase. Love them!"


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WOODMAN
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Jan 21st, 2020
these tires are great
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 195/65R15 91S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"I LIVE IN ONE OF THE SNOWEST AREAS IN THE COUNTRY, SYRACUSE NY. THESE TIRES HAVE PROVEN TO PERFORM VERY WELL IN THE TERRIBLE DRIVING CONDITIONS OF SNOW, ICE AND FREEZING RAIN. THE TIRES HAVE PROVIDED ME AND MY CAR WITH GREAT TRACTION, AND HANDLING."


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Jan 1st, 2019
Winter Force 2
Review for Firestone Winterforce 2 195/65R15 91S BSW originally posted on giga-tires.com
"Tires are great priced, the only thing I found is a little more road noise and also going down grooved pavement they toss you around a bit! But Great heavy water displacement, and snow, and Mud! Good stopping on ice with properly maintained auto-truck car. I have winterforce tires on 4 of my autos."


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