Pirelli 3840500 Winter Sottozero 3 245/45R20 103V XL Performance Winter Tire

The Pirelli Winter Sottozero 3 is a premium performance winter tire engineered specifically for high-end luxury and sports vehicles that demand exceptional handling and safety in challenging winter conditions. Co-developed with prestigious OEMs including BMW, Porsche, and other premium manufacturers, this tire delivers maximum control and performance across all winter weather scenarios.

Advanced Winter Technology:

• 3D Sipe Technology: Optimizes tread pattern stability and enhances footprint for improved grip and handling on dry roads while reducing braking distance
• Directional Double Arrow Tread Pattern: Increases the number of tread blocks and features high sipe density for superior snow traction and grip
• Wide Grooves: Promote rapid water expulsion to deliver excellent wet handling and braking performance while reducing hydroplaning risk
• Innovative Compound: Specialized polymers improve the tread rubber's mechanical, thermal, and dynamic properties for consistent performance in cold temperatures
• Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) Certified: Meets industry severe snow service requirements for confident winter driving

Tire Specifications: Size 245/45R20 with 103V load index and speed rating (1,929 lbs maximum load capacity per tire). Extra Load (XL) rated construction. Overall diameter of 28.7 inches with directional tread pattern requiring proper rotational mounting.

The Winter Sottozero 3 is designed not just as a snow tire, but as a complete winter solution suitable for cold, dry, wet, and wintry road conditions. Pirelli recommends installing these tires in sets of four to achieve optimal handling characteristics and performance. This tire size may be available with optional RunFlat, PNCS (Noise Cancelling System), or SealInside technologies depending on specific application requirements.