The HTR Z III (High Technology Radials-3rd generation) is Sumitomo's Max Performance Summer tire developed for sports cars, sporty coupes and high performance sedans. It is designed to showcase Sumitomo's technical resources by providing high-speed handling stability along with traction on dry and wet roads. Like all summer tires, it is not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice. The Sumitomo HTR Z III features a silica-enhanced tread compound molded into a sophisticated, 5-rib, asymmetric tread design. Large outboard shoulder and intermediate tread blocks along with continuous center and inboard intermediate ribs provide responsive handling, high-speed stability and dry road traction. The inside shoulder is linked by another continuous circumferential rib that enhances wear quality to help reduce noise throughout the life of the tire, especially on vehicles with independent suspensions and alignment settings that specify negative camber. Straight and wide circumferential grooves along with long, sweeping lateral grooves pump water from under the tire+#65533,s footprint to increase hydroplaning resistance and wet traction.
The Sumitomo HTR Z III radial features a high-rigidity construction consisting of wide steel belts reinforced by spirally wrapped polyamide that stabilize the tread area to enhance handling and high-speed capability. Its polyester cord body and hard rubber sidewall fillers help blend uniform ride quality with steering response and lateral stability.
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HTRZlll tyre review
Average based on 22 test results
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16,068
06.03.2014
from
Ryan
This is an exceptionally good tire for the value. I am on my second set and couldn't be happier! These tires have seen spirited daily driving and several track days. They handle well in dry and wet conditions and the car feels very planted. On the track, even the instructors were impressed at the handling characteristics and the traction ability. For those that dont want to spend an arm and a leg on the stock pilot sports, this is the way to go!
30.05.2012
from
DJ Rodz
Best $100 tire money can buy. I highly recommend the HTRZ III over others in this price category.
24.12.2011
from
GUSTAVO
EXCELLENT TIRES.
22.12.2010
from
CJ
Tires wear pretty quickly. Get what you pay for when you buy a tire of 300 Treadwear or less. Decent tire though.
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| Brand |
Sumitomo |
| Season |
Performance Summer
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| Model |
HTRZ lll |
| Dimension |
205/50 ZR17 93Y XL |
| Width |
205 |
| Tyre profile |
50 |
| Construction type |
ZR |
| Tyre size |
17 |
| Tyre load index |
93 |
| Speed Rating |
(Y) |
| With/Without Valve (TT/TL) |
Tyre requires tube |
| M/C |
No |
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