Firestone 566050 6.40-15 Bias Ply Tire, 2-1/8in Whitewall

The Firestone Classic Bias Ply 6.40-15 is a bias ply tire with a 2-1/8in whitewall sidewall. It is tubeless and is rated for up to 970 lbs. Mounted on a 15 in wheel (4.50 - 5.00 in rim width), it measures about 27.30 in tall and 6.60 in wide. Listed applications include 1949-1958 Studebaker Champion, 1956-1964 Humber Hawk and 1955-1961 Austin Westminster, plus 37 more.

This is an authentic classic Firestone 2 1/8 inch wide whitewall 640-15 bias ply tire. 6.40-15 tires are common on late fifties and sixties imports as well as select forties and fifties Willys and Studebaker models. They're DOT and ECE (European Community) approved where applicable. These tires are made in original molds to maintain authenticity. Firestone offers the world's best selling line of vintage bias ply tires, and Firestone Deluxe Champion quality and reliability is legendary. Proudly made in the USA!

Features:

• Firestone Deluxe Champion tires capture authentic vintage styling with their original tread design and genuine whitewall construction. A natural fit for restored classics, hot rods, and customs seeking true period-correct character.
• Bright white rubber is added directly to the tire sidewall during initial construction of the carcass, resulting in a truly integrated, high-quality product after vulcanization.t after vulcanization.
• One of the most popular authentic tire options for antique and classic cars, as well as hot rods and customs. You’ll find the Deluxe Champion and other models in this iconic product line.
• Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used.
• This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement.
• Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds.
• Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.

Specifications:

• Size: 6.40-15
• Construction: Bias Ply
• Sidewall: 2-1/8in Whitewall
• Overall Diameter: 27.30 in
• Section Width: 6.60 in
• Tread Width: 4.30 in
• Wheel Diameter: 15 in
• Rim Width Range: 4.50 - 5.00 in
• Max Load: 970 lbs
• Tread Depth: 12/32 in
• Tube: Tubeless

Dimensions are approximate and vary with rim width and inflation pressure.

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Firestone Classic Bias Ply tires feature dozens of sizes and styles, making it one of the most popular authentic tire options for antique and classic cars, as well as hot rods and customs. You’ll find the Deluxe Champion and other models in this iconic product line.