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Extra load tyres are engineered to carry heavier loads than your standard tyres.
To tell if a tyre is an extra load tyre, check the sidewall. They will normally have the letters "XL" or "EXTRA LOAD" printed alongside the other information on the sidewall.
Extra Load tyres are capable of dealing with heavier loads due to the use of stronger materials in their construction. They quite often feature reinforced sidewalls and stronger belts as part of their design. These help the tyre handle additional weight, when compared with standard tyres.
This type of tyre is normally recommend by the manufacturer of vehicles that build bigger vehicles. Or more commercial type vehicles which deal with heavy loads - such as 4x4s or trucks.
The use of a tyre that has been specially developed to cope with extra weight is a great asset for safety and stability.
They can also be a good choice for vehicles that are frequently used for towing.