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Farroad FRD26 – 215/35ZR18 84W XL

Description: The Farroad FRD26 in 215/35ZR18 84W XL is an aggressive Ultra-High Performance (UHP) tyre designed for compact sports cars, tuner vehicles, and superminis (such as the Mini Cooper S, Fiat 500 Abarth, Ford Fiesta ST, and Audi A1). This specific size is a favourite among car modification enthusiasts who want to fit larger 18-inch wheels onto smaller cars (often called “plus-sizing”) while maintaining a sporty, low-profile look.

Key Features:

• Maximum Agility: The ultra-low 35-series sidewall virtually eliminates tyre flex, providing instant steering response and a “go-kart” handling feel that enthusiastic drivers crave.

• Extra Load (XL) Capacity: With an 84 load index, this reinforced tyre supports up to 500kg per tyre. The stronger sidewall construction is vital for maintaining rim protection and stability, especially given the minimal amount of rubber between the wheel and the road.

• High-Speed Performance: Rated W (up to 168 mph / 270 km/h), this tyre is engineered to handle the heat and mechanical stress of spirited driving, offering a high safety margin at motorway speeds.

• Asymmetric Tread Design: The pattern features stiff outer shoulder blocks to maximize rubber contact for dry cornering grip, while the inner tread zone is optimized for rapid water evacuation.

• Wet Weather Safety: Four wide longitudinal grooves efficiently channel water away from the contact patch. This is critical for lightweight, wide-tyred vehicles to prevent aquaplaning in heavy rain.

• Quiet & Refined: Despite the extreme low profile, the tread blocks utilize a variable pitch sequence to disrupt noise frequency, helping to keep cabin roar to a manageable level.