Product Summary

  • These 525/550-18 Lester Blackwall tires remain a top choice for late 20's, 30's American cars. Featuring a bold, unique tread pattern, pre-siped for improved performance
  • 5.25/5.50-18 bias ply tire with blackwall sidewall, tube type
  • Max load 1,000 lbs
  • Approx. 29.35 in overall diameter, 4.30 in tread width
  • Fits 18 in wheels, 3.00 - 3.50 in rim width
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Key Specs

MFG. Part #71650
PositionFront or Rear
Tire TypePassenger Car
Tire ConstructionBias Ply
Tire SidewallBlackwall
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Lester 71650 Details

The Lester Classic Bias Ply 5.25/5.50-18 is a bias ply tire in blackwall. It requires a tube and is rated for up to 1,000 lbs. Mounted on an 18 in wheel (3.00 - 3.50 in rim width), it measures about 29.35 in tall. Listed applications include 1934-1936 Bugatti Type 57, 1927-1928 Elcar Model 6-70 and 1930-1931 Graham Standard, plus 28 more.

525/550-18 Lester Blackwall TireLester tires have been a dominant force in the vintage tire market and remain a top choice for restorers and collectors alike.Features:Popular choice for late 20's, 30's American carsBold, Unique Tread Pattern Pre-siped for Improved Performance Made in USA.

Features:

  • These 525/550-18 Lester Blackwall tires remain a top choice for late 20's, 30's American cars. Featuring a bold, unique tread pattern, pre-siped for improved performance.

Specifications:

  • Size: 5.25/5.50-18
  • Construction: Bias Ply
  • Sidewall: Blackwall
  • Overall Diameter: 29.35 in
  • Tread Width: 4.30 in
  • Wheel Diameter: 18 in
  • Rim Width Range: 3.00 - 3.50 in
  • Max Load: 1,000 lbs
  • Tube: Tube type

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

Brand:

One of the original classic tire brands, Lester offers a nice variety of bias ply tire fitments for antique and classic cars. You’ll find numerous classic sizes to fit many American cars, including luxury sedans like Packard, Lincoln and many more.

Vehicle Fitment Notes:

  • OE Size: 550-18: 1929 Auburn Model 6-80; 1929 Chrysler Series 65; 1930-1931 Graham Standard; 1930 Hudson Model T; 1930 Hudson Model U; 1931 Chrysler Series 66; 1931 Chrysler Series 70; 1931 Chrysler Series CD; 1931 Chrysler Standard Line; 1931-1932 Hudson Series T; 1931 Hudson Series U; 1931 Jordan Model 80; 1931 Nash Series 880; 1932 Buick Series 50; 1932 Chrysler Series CI; 1932 Hupmobile Series B-216; 1933 Nash Special
  • OE Size: 525/550-18: 1927 Chrysler Series H-60; 1927-1928 Elcar Model 6-70; 1928 Elcar Model 8-78; 1928 Jordan Model R; 1928 Oldsmobile Model F-28; 1932 Chevy Confederate; 1932 Ford Model B; 1932 Plymouth Model PB; 1933 Chevy Eagle; 1934-1936 Bugatti Type 57; 1934 Mercedes-Benz 200; 1936 MG SA Drophead
  • OE Size: 550-18; Disc Wheels: 1931 Gardner Model 148
  • OE Size: 525/550-18; Non Skid Rear: 1929 Oldsmobile Model F-29

Lester 71650 Specifications

KEY SPECS
MFG. Part #71650
BrandLester
PositionFront or Rear
Tire TypePassenger Car
Tire ConstructionBias Ply
Tire SidewallBlackwall
Wheel Diameter18 Inch
Tire Size5.25/5.50-18
Tire Diameter29.35"
Rim Width Range3.00 - 3.50"
Load Capacity1000 lbs.
GENERAL
NotesOE Size: 550-18, 525/550-18; Disc Wheels; Non Skid Rear
Tire(s) Mounted & BalancedNo
Tire Diameter Range29.00 - 29.99"
Tread Width4.3"
Tubeless TireNo
Run-Flat TechnologyNo
Tube RequiredYes

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