The Avon Turbosteel CR6D 165/80R16 88H is a radial tire in blackwall. It is tubeless, carries a 88H load/speed rating and is rated for up to 1,235 lbs. Mounted on a 16 in wheel, it measures about 26.77 in tall and 6.50 in wide. Listed applications include 1956-1963 Sunbeam Rapier, 1954-1958 Jensen 541 and 1950-1954 Jowett Jupiter, plus 9 more.
165/80R16 88H Turbosteel CR6D Blackwall Tire:
This particular tire features 165/80R16 sizing, an excellent choice European sports cars with 16-inch wheels. The tire features an H speed rating, providing safe service up to 130 miles per hour. The classic tread pattern and smooth black sidewall are the right appearance for your classic sports car. This is a tubeless tire, but your application, especially those with wire wheels may require a tube and/or rim strip.
H Speed Rating:
H Speed Rated: Up to 130 mph (210 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles.
Turbosteel CR6D:
The steel cord bracing plies positioned beneath the tread not only prolong tread life but also impart excellent handling qualities to the tyre. The multispeed tread pattern with its drainage channels gives efficient water dispersal and provides excellent grip even under adverse road conditions, whilst maintaining low noise levels. Available in sizes designed to replace crossply tyres on classic performance and luxury cars, offering the advantages of modern technology to drivers who demand outstanding performance, whilst retaining authentic appearance and a period tread pattern.
Avon Tires for Classic Sports Cars:
Tires designed and made for historical and classic racing. Using the same construction method with period materials to complement the characteristics of classic and historic performance cars to give a racing standard found when originally new.
Specifications:
- Size: 165/80R16 88H
- Construction: Radial
- Sidewall: Blackwall
- Overall Diameter: 26.77 in
- Section Width: 6.50 in
- Wheel Diameter: 16 in
- Load/Speed Index: 88H
- Max Load: 1,235 lbs
- Tube: Tubeless
Dimensions are approximate and vary with rim width and inflation pressure.
Vehicle Fitment Notes:
- Hampshire: 1949 Austin A70
- Atlantic (all models): 1949 Austin A90
- (all models): 1956-1963 Sunbeam Rapier