Firestone 12342 Firehawk Indy 500 V2 265/35R18 XL Ultra High Performance Summer Tire

The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 V2 is an ultra high performance summer tire engineered for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans who demand maximum responsiveness and dynamic handling. Drawing on Firestone's legendary Indianapolis 500 racing heritage, this second-generation Firehawk delivers meaningful improvements in both wet and dry performance over its predecessor.

Key Features:

• Silica-Enhanced Long Link Carbon Tread Compound — A high-performance rubber compound molded into an aggressive asymmetric tread design for exceptional grip and longevity
• Pulse Groove Technology — Proprietary center circumferential groove enhances water evacuation and reduces hydroplaning risk for confident wet-weather control
• Large Independent Shoulder Blocks — Wide shoulder blocks increase lateral stiffness for improved cornering stability and dry-road handling
• Asymmetric Tread Design — Sporty, dynamic pattern complements the aesthetics of performance vehicles while optimizing contact pressure across the footprint
• XL (Extra Load) Rated — Load Range XL, 4-ply construction supports higher load capacities and inflation pressures for performance fitments
• Black Sidewall (BSW) — Clean, sport-focused sidewall appearance

Rated UTQG 340 A A (Treadwear 340 / Traction A / Temperature A), the Firehawk Indy 500 V2 in size 265/35R18 carries a service description of 97W, a maximum load capacity of 1,609 lbs, and a maximum inflation pressure of 50 PSI. As a summer performance tire, it is not intended for use in near-freezing temperatures, snow, or icy conditions.