Firestone 012348 Firehawk Indy 500 V2 235/45R18 98Y XL Ultra-High Performance Summer Tire

The Firestone Firehawk INDY 500 V2 is an ultra-high performance summer tire engineered for sport and muscle car drivers who demand confident handling, responsive steering, and strong dry and wet grip. Inspired by Firestone's iconic motorsport legacy, the Firehawk INDY 500 V2 represents a significant evolution over the original, with a redesigned tread pattern and updated compound targeting improved wet-weather performance and longer tread life.

Key Features:

• New Asymmetric Tread Design — Connecting block tread pattern with large independent shoulder blocks engineered for cornering stability and dynamic handling
• A-Shape Groove Technology — Helps deliver reliable, consistent handling at the limits of performance
• Proprietary Rain Pulse Grooves — Circumferential grooves optimized for uniform pressure distribution and efficient water evacuation to reduce hydroplaning risk
• High-Performance Silica & Long Link Carbon Compound — New top compound formulated to enhance dry grip, responsiveness, and tread longevity
• Twin High-Tensile Steel Belts — Combined with nylon reinforcement and a high-turnup polyester casing for responsive handling, stability, and high-speed capability
• Extra Load (XL) Rating — Rated at 98Y with enhanced load-carrying capacity for performance fitments
• Black Sidewall (BSW) — Clean, sporty appearance complementing performance and sport vehicle styling

Sized at 235/45R18 with a 98Y service description and Extra Load (XL) designation, this tire is rated for speeds exceeding 186 mph and is designed exclusively for warm-weather use. Like all summer performance tires, the Firehawk INDY 500 V2 should not be used in near-freezing temperatures or on snow and ice.