Finding a high speed rated tire designed specifically for vintage vehicles is a challenge, but we have a solution with the Avon Turbosteel radial product line. This particular tire features 165/80R16 sizing, an excellent choice European sports cars with 16-inch wheels. It is a direct replacement for original 550-16 and 550R16 sizes. 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 Rated: Up to 130 mph (210 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles.
Avon tires are an authentic choice for vintage European sports cars and classic cars from the 1940's through the 1970's. Our selection of Avon tires includes bias ply and radial construction, offering a wide variety of OE and high performance fitments. Many Avon tires are speed rated, and built with performance and safety in mind. Whether you're building a vintage sports car, luxury car or even a classic 4x4, we have the right Avon tire for your application.
Avon has been making high quality tyres since 1904, tyres that fit all sorts of cars, motorbikes, vans and trailers. Over the years Avon has not only proven itself on the road, but also on the racetracks of the world. On two wheels as well as four.
Today, Avon's more than a century of tyre-making experience is combined with the very latest design and manufacturing technology. Add in a punishing test regime and you can see why Avon makes tyres of unparalleled quality and ability.
When you're after tyres that can confidently shrug off the elements and help make driving a pleasure rather than a chore, ask for Avon.
| Brand | Avon |
| Load Index | 88 |
| Max Load Capacity | 1,235 lbs |
| Overall Diameter | 26.772 |
| Radial Aspect Ratio | 80 |
| Rim Diameter | 16 in |
| Section Width | 6.496 |
| Service Description | 88H |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| Sizing Note | 165/80R16 88H |
| SKU | 64307 |
| Speed Rating | H |
| Tire Construction | Radial |
| Tire Series | Turbosteel CR6D |
| Tire Size | 165/80R16 |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Width Radial | 165 mm |
