Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 235/45R17 97 Y Tire Fits: 2004-06 Acura TL Base, 2007-08 Acura TL Type-S

Dunlop Sport Maxx RT

OVERVIEW

The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT is a high performance summer tire manufactured for performance vehicles. The letters ‘RT’ stand for Racing Technology as Dunlop used its knowledge from motorsport racing to develop this model.

The tire offers excellent summer weather traction. It uses three different tread compounds to ensure excellent road gripping ability in dry and wet weather. The three compounds are the Adaptive compound, that uses motorsport derived polymers that adapt to the road’s texture, the Silica-plus compound, that enhance the wet weather road gripping ability, and the Dual Silica compound that boosts the tire’s performing ability. The asymmetric tread design’s circumferential grooves disperse water from below the tire footprint to prevent hydroplaning situations. The combination of these elements improves the summer weather driving safety.

The model’s braking and cornering ability are also enhanced. The high speed braking distance is shortened thanks to the extra stiffness of the tread blocks. Their stiffness does not let the tread blocks deform during the drive and braking, which makes the braking ability better and the braking distance shorter. The tread pattern’s massive outer shoulder tread blocks increase the cornering ability and power by maintaining constant road contact. This ensures a safer cornering and maneuvering ability, making the driving experience more secure.

The Multi-Radius Tread Technology improves the road contact patch by evenly distributing the driving pressure along the tire footprint. This boost the tire’s handling by increasing the steering responsiveness and driving stability. The maintained road contact and smoother transition from straight line driving to cornering stabilizes the tire during the drive, while it also promotes a quick and precise steering responsiveness. This guarantees good response from the tire to the driver’s commands, which ensures better controllability in all summer conditions.

The model is very fuel efficient. It is constructed from a lightweight material, thanks to the motorsport inspired structure, which lowers the rolling resistance greatly. The result is the vehicle’s reduced fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, which makes the tire fuel efficient and environmentally friendly in all summer weather.

The Sport Maxx RT’s internal structure features twin steel belts reinforced with the Jointless Band Technology’s spirally wrapped cord, that lowers the road vibrations felt in the vehicle’s cabin. As the tire does not deform under the driving pressure, it is capable of closely following the road surface, which lowers the road vibrations and offers a comfortable and enjoyable driving experience.

Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.

More details

Tire season

Summer

Manufacturer

Dunlop

Tire width

235

Tire load range

Standard Load

Tire load index

97

Vehicle fitment type

Universal

Warranty distance

0 miles

Is run flat

N

Overall diameter

25.4

Tire speed rating

Y

Vehicle type

Car/Minivan

Tire size

235/45R17

Construction type

Radial

Electric vehicle tire

N

Automotive parts division

Performance

Wheel diameter

17 in

Flotation tire

N

Maximum vehicle rim width

9.00

Mud & snow rated

N

Uniform tire quality grade (utqg)

240 AA A

Features

Wet or Dry, Low Maintenance, High-Speed, Universal Fit

Items included

Tire Only

Minimum vehicle rim width

7.50

Count

1

Vehicle class designator

P

Tire location

All-Position Tire

Tire sidewall style

BLT

Tire terrain

Highway Terrain

Tire diameter

17 in

Compatible cars

Acura TL Base 2004-06, Acura TL Type-S 2007-08

Tire type

Passenger Car Tires

Model

265029303

Tread depth

9/32

Maximum inflation pressure

50

Tire aspect ratio

45

Tire treadwear rating

240