The speed symbol is the letter at the end of a tire's service description — for example the V in 225/45 R17 94V. It's the maximum sustained speed the tire is approved for. This is the complete standard chart.
The speed symbol is the maximum sustained speed the tire is approved for.
| Symbol | Max speed |
|---|---|
| J | 100 km/h |
| K | 110 km/h |
| L | 120 km/h |
| M | 130 km/h |
| N | 140 km/h |
| P | 150 km/h |
| Q | 160 km/h |
| R | 170 km/h |
| S | 180 km/h |
| T | 190 km/h |
| U | 200 km/h |
| H | 210 km/h |
| V | 240 km/h |
| W | 270 km/h |
| Y | 300 km/h |