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Michelin Defender 2 215/65R17XL 103H BSW

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This listing is for new Michelin Defender 2 215/65R17XL 103H BSW Tires. Manufacturer part number: 44198.

The Michelin Defender 2 is known as your ultimate all-season performer and is built for maximum tread life. With powerful wet and dry performance, the Defender 2 tire is built for even wear and smooth rides without compromising safety.

Experience lasting performance with the Michelin Defender 2 tire, engineered for exceptional longevity and reliable all-season traction. Designed for passenger cars, SUVs, and minivans, this tire boasts an impressive tread life, outlasting leading competitors by thousands of miles.

The Michelin MaxTouch Construction ensures even contact with the road, promoting superior wet and dry braking while maximizing tread wear. Enjoy a comfortable, quiet ride, even on longer journeys, and confidently navigate various road conditions with the Defender 2's dependable performance.

Best suited for: Sedans, coupes, light trucks, SUVs, and CUVs

Tire Benefits & Features: M+S rating for reliable on and off-road performance, All-season tread compound and design for optimal dry, wet, and snow grip, Four circumferential grooves disperse water and debris for better road contact, Center rib provides enhanced control and precise steering response when turning at ideal speeds, Durable shoulder provides extra rubber contact on the road for even wear.

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Sidewall

BSW

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

Load Index

103

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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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)

1929

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)

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

10.5

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

Nondirectional

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

6.0-7.5

The approved wheel rim width range this tire will support.

Measured Rim Width

6.5

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

Section Width

9.0

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

24.7

The height of the tire when fully inflated.

Manufacturer Part Number

44198

Manufacturer part number (sku)

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Size	Load Index/ Speed index	UTQG	Overall Diameter	Section Width	Rim Width Min	Rim Width Max	Rim Width Meas	Tread Depth (in)	Max Single Air Pressure (PSI)	Max Single Load (lbs)	Max Dual Air Pressure (PSI)	Max Dual Load (lbs)	MFG #
205/50R17	93H	-	25.1	8.0	5.5	7.5	6.5	10.5	50	1433	-	-	00953
205/55R16	91H	840B	-	-	-	-	6.5	10.5	51	1356	-	-	07259
205/60R16	92H	-	25.6	8.0	5.5	7.5	6.0	10.5	51	1389	-	-	37594
205/65R16	95H	840B	-	-	-	-	6.5	10.5	51	1521	-	-	69099
215/45R17	91H	-	24.6	8.0	7.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1356	-	-	05602
215/50R17	95H	-	25.5	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	50	1521	-	-	30697
215/55R16	97H	-	25.2	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	50	1609	-	-	12060
215/55R17	94H	-	26.3	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	51	1477	-	-	17537
215/55R17	98V	-	-	8.4	6.0	7.5	-	10.5	50	1653	-	-	13757
215/55R18	95H	-	27.2	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	07428
215/60R16	95H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	79034
215/60R17	96H	-	27.1	9.0	6.0	7.5	6.5	10.5	51	1565	-	-	54251
215/65R16	98H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	11141
215/65R17	103H	-	24.7	9.0	6.0	7.5	6.5	10.5	50	1929	-	-	44198
225/50R17	98H	-	25.9	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	10785
225/50R18	95H	-	26.8	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	47584
225/50R18	99V	-	-	8.8	6.0	8.0	-	10.5	50	1709	-	-	68361
225/55R17	101H	-	26.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1819	-	-	00822
225/55R18	98H	-	27.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	22800
225/55R18	98V	-	-	8.8	6.0	8.0	-	10.5	51	1653	-	-	62509
225/55R19	99H	840B	28.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1709	-	-	07451
225/55R19	103V	-	28.8	9.2	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1929	-	-	40689
225/60R16	98H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	06384
225/60R17	99H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1709	-	-	78472
225/60R18	100H	-	28.6	9.0	6.0	8.0	6.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	24074
225/65R16	100H	-	27.4	9.0	6.0	8.0	6.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	18896
225/65R17	102H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1874	-	-	08218
235/40R19	96V	-	26.4	9.5	-	-	-	10.5	50	-	-	-	48884
235/45R18	98H	-	26.3	9.0	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	25781
235/45R18	98V	-	26.3	9.3	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	58723
235/45R19	99H	-	27.3	9.0	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1709	-	-	34256
235/50R17	96H	840B	26.3	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1565	-	-	11994
235/50R18	97H	-	27.2	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1609	-	-	09791
235/50R18	101V	-	-	9.2	6.5	8.5	-	10.5	50	1819	-	-	06034
235/50R19	103H	-	28.3	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	1929	-	-	69845
235/55R17	99H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.5	10.5	51	1709	-	-	36791
235/55R18	100H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	78263
235/55R19	105H	840BB	-	-	-	-	-	10.5	-	-	-	-	29595
235/55R20	102H	-	30.1	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1874	-	-	50833
235/60R16	100H	-	27.1	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1764	-	-	01023
235/60R17	102H	-	28.1	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1874	-	-	21087
235/60R18	107H	-	29.0	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	50	2150	-	-	87332
235/65R16	103H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.5	10.5	51	1929	-	-	18797
235/65R17	104H	-	29.0	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1984	-	-	08758
235/65R18	106H	-	30.0	9.4	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	2094	-	-	09818
245/50R20	102H	-	29.6	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1874	-	-	03296
245/50R20	105H	-	29.7	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	2039	-	-	63916
245/55R19	103H	-	29.6	9.9	-	-	-	10.5	51	-	-	-	17914
245/55R19	107H	-	29.6	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	2149	-	-	13640
245/60R18	105H	-	29.5	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	2039	-	-	05819
245/60R18	109H	-	-	9.6	7.0	8.5	-	10.5	50	2271	-	-	51954
255/50R19	107H	-	29.0	10.4	-	-	-	10.5	50	-	-	-	80655
255/50R20	109H	-	30.0	10.4	-	-	-	10.5	50	-	-	-	73724
255/55R20	110H	-	31.0	10.4	-	-	-	10.5	50	-	-	-	37788
255/60R19	109H	-	31.0	10.2	7.0	9.0	7.5	10.5	51	2271	-	-	52913
255/65R18	111H	-	31.0	10.2	7.0	9.0	7.5	10.5	51	2403	-	-	03893

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