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Farroad FRD26 – 225/50ZR17 98W XL

Description: The Farroad FRD26 in 225/50ZR17 98W XL is a balanced high-performance tyre designed for mid-sized executive sedans, estates, and touring vehicles (such as the BMW 3 Series, Audi A4, Volvo V60, and Ford Mondeo). This tyre combines the sharp handling characteristics of a UHP tyre with the comfort and load-carrying capacity needed for long-distance cruising, making it an excellent all-rounder for daily driving.

Key Features:

• High Load Capacity: With a 98 load index, this reinforced (XL) tyre is capable of supporting up to 750kg per tyre, providing the extra strength required for heavier diesel saloons or fully loaded estate cars.

• High-Speed Stability: Rated W (up to 168 mph / 270 km/h), this tyre is engineered to maintain structural integrity and precise steering control at highway speeds, offering a safe and confident drive.

• Asymmetric Tread Pattern: The tread features a dual-zone design: robust outer blocks provide grip during cornering, while the inner tread is optimised for water clearance, ensuring safety in both wet and dry conditions.

• Wet Weather Safety: Four wide longitudinal grooves efficiently channel water away from the contact patch, significantly reducing the risk of aquaplaning and ensuring reliable braking performance in the rain.

• Steering Precision: A continuous solid centre rib improves straight-line tracking and steering response, helping the driver feel connected to the road without the “twitchiness” of a pure track tyre.

• Quiet & Comfortable: The tread blocks utilise a variable pitch sequence to disrupt road noise, ensuring a refined and quiet cabin environment, perfect for highway commuting.