Firestone 012341 Firehawk Indy 500 V2 215/45R18 XL Ultra-High Performance Summer Tire

The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 V2 215/45R18 XL is an ultra-high performance summer tire engineered for drivers who demand responsive handling, precise steering, and confident grip on dry and wet roads. Inspired by Firestone's legendary IndyCar racing heritage, the Firehawk Indy 500 V2 brings race-proven technology to the street in an Extra Load (XL) rated construction for enhanced load capacity and ride stability.

Key Features:

• Asymmetric tread pattern delivers optimized contact patch for maximum dry cornering grip and high-speed stability
• Wide circumferential grooves channel water away from the contact patch to help resist hydroplaning in wet conditions
• Extra Load (XL) construction provides increased load-carrying capacity compared to standard load tires of the same size
• High-rigidity tread compound enhances steering response and handling precision for a sporty, connected feel
• Reinforced bead area supports lateral stability during aggressive cornering maneuvers
• V2 (Version 2) compound update improves overall tread life and all-around performance versus the original Firehawk Indy 500

Tire Specifications:

• Size: 215/45R18
• Load Range: XL (Extra Load)
• Sidewall: Black Sidewall (BSW)
• Season: Summer / Ultra-High Performance

The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 V2 is an ideal choice for sport sedans, coupes, and performance vehicles where driving dynamics and road feel are a priority. As a summer-only tire, it is designed for use in warm, dry, and wet conditions and should not be used in near-freezing temperatures, snow, or ice.