Firestone 2932 Firehawk Indy 500 195/55R16 87W Ultra High Performance Summer Tire

The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 is an ultra-high performance summer tire built for owners of sports cars, sports coupes and high-performance sedans who want to get the most out of their driving experience with race track-inspired technology. Designed to deliver impressive performance in wet and dry conditions, this tire is not intended to be driven in near-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.

Advanced Performance Technology:

• High-performance, silica-enhanced Long Link Carbon tread rubber compound molded into an aggressive-looking asymmetric tread design featuring large independent shoulder blocks designed to improve cornering and handling in dry conditions
• Proprietary Pulse Groove channel in the tread pattern takes water evacuation to the next level helping to improve wet handling and reduce the risk of hydroplaning
• 20% shorter stopping distance on wet roads compared to the prior generation Firehawk Wide Oval Indy 500 tire
• Wide shoulders that increase the tire's stiffness to provide dynamic cornering with confidence

Construction:

• High-turnup polyester casing with twin high-tensile steel belts and nylon reinforcements
• Asymmetric tread design with continuous center rib for improved steering response
• Black sidewall (BSW) styling

Specifications:

• Size: 195/55R16
• Service Description: 87W (Load Index 87, Speed Rating W)
• Maximum Load: 1,201 lbs per tire
• Maximum Air Pressure: 51 PSI
• Overall Diameter: 24.4 inches
• Tread Depth: 9/32 inch
• UTQG Rating: 340 Treadwear
• Load Range: SL (Standard Load)

Backed by Firestone's racing heritage with over 60 wins at the Indianapolis 500, the Firehawk Indy 500 delivers enthusiast-level performance for drivers who demand exceptional grip, precise handling, and confident braking in summer driving conditions.