Firestone FIREHAWK INDY 500 225/55R17 97W Fstone Firehawk Indy 500 Fits: 2016-19 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, 2011-13 Chevrolet Impala LT

Firestone Firehawk Indy 500

OVERVIEW

The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 is a performance and high performance, summer tire manufactured for passenger vehicles and SUVs. This model has some touring sizes as well.

The tire promotes excellent summer weather road gripping ability. The new high performance silica-enhanced L. L. Carbon tire compound and the aggressive asymmetric tread pattern work together to ensure a safe driving experience in dry and wet weather. The silica in the compound and the L. L. Carbon strengthen the tire and ensure exceptional wet weather road gripping ability. The center Proprietary Pulse Grooves upgrade the tire’s water dispersing ability to ensure a safe drive in wet conditions by preventing dangerous hydroplaning situations.

The tread pattern sports wide shoulder tread blocks that improve the cornering and maneuvering ability. They provide additional biting edges which firmly grip the road during such maneuvers. They maintain road contact at all times, which makes the tire’s maneuverability exceptional. The special innovative tire compound and the tread pattern’s center circumferential grooves boost the road grip during braking. They create friction at the moment of braking which ensures a shorter braking distance and heightened braking ability. The better braking and cornering make the tire easier to control in summer weather conditions.

The Firehawk Indy 500’s internal structure and the shoulder tread design’s large tread blocks promote a better steering responsiveness and driving stability. The structure features high-turnup polyester casing and twin high-tensile steel belt and nylon reinforcements that maintain the tire’s optimal shape under the driving pressure. As the tire keeps its original shape, it does not deform under the driving forces affecting it, which not only stabilizes the tire against the pressure, but it also allows the model to perform to its utmost capability. The tread pattern keeps its contact with the road which upgrades the steering responsiveness, allowing the driver to quickly and precisely control the vehicle.

Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.

More details

Tire season

Summer

Manufacturer

Firestone

Tire width

225 mm

Tire load range

Standard Load

Tire load index

97

Vehicle fitment type

Universal

Warranty distance

0 miles

Is run flat

N

Overall diameter

26.7 in

Tire speed rating

W

Vehicle type

Car

Tire size

225/55R17

Construction type

Radial

Electric vehicle tire

N

Automotive parts division

Performance

Wheel diameter

17 in

Flotation tire

N

Maximum vehicle rim width

8 in

Mud & snow rated

N

Uniform tire quality grade (utqg)

340 A A

Features

Wet or Dry, Low Maintenance, High-Speed, Universal Fit

Items included

Tire Only, Rim Not Included

Minimum vehicle rim width

6 in

Total count

1

Vehicle class designator

P

Tire location

All-Position Tire

Tire sidewall style

BL

Tire terrain

Highway Terrain

Tire diameter

17 in

Compatible cars

2016-19 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid, 2011-13 Chevrolet Impala LT

Tire type

Passenger Car Tires

Model

002931

Tread depth

10/32

Maximum inflation pressure

51 psi

Tire aspect ratio

55

Tire treadwear rating

500