What is tyre load rating?

The tyre load ratings of a tyre determines what weight each tyre is able to carry.

It is vital that you check with your vehicle handbook as to what capacity should be put on your car. In some cases your insurance can become void if you select the incorrect tyre load ratings for your car.

The load rating is generally found after the diameter reading and before the speed rating on the sidewall marking:

What is load index on tyres

The tyre load index is just another term for the load capacity.

Does load index rating matter?

Yes, load index rating matters when selecting tyres for your vehicle. Choosing a tyre with a load index rating that is too low for your vehicle can result in several issues, such as tyre damage, poor handling, and decreased fuel efficiency. On the other hand, selecting a tyre with load index ratings that are too high for your vehicle may not provide any benefits - and can lead to a stiffer ride and increased wear.

Tyre Load Ratings Table

Calculating the precise weight a tyre can handle before failing is complex due to various influencing factors. It is not recommended to attempt this calculation on your own.

Instead, it's best to follow the tyre specifications and recommended inflation pressures outlined in your vehicle handbook.

Keep in mind that while a tyre load rating can be translated into a weight-bearing capacity, the actual maximum dynamic load it can handle depends on multiple factors such as its location on the vehicle, manoeuvring forces, inflation, and weather conditions.

Tyre Load Ratings Table

The following table shows the weight that each index specification is able to carry:

Tyre Load Index	Load in kg
75	387
76	400
77	412
78	425
79	437
80	450
81	462
82	475
83	487
84	500
85	515
86	530
87	545
88	560
89	580
90	600
91	615
92	630
93	650
94	670
95	690
96	710
97	730
98	750
99	775
100	800
101	825
102	850
103	875
104	900
105	925
106	950
107	975
108	1000
109	1030
110	1060
111	1090
112	1120
113	1150
114	1180
115	1215
116	1250
117	1285
118	1320
119	1360
120	1400
121	1450
122	1500
123	1550
124	1600
125	1650
126	1700
127	1750
128	1800
129	1850
130	1900
131	1950
132	2000
133	2060
134	2120
135	2190
136	2240
137	2300
138	2360
139	2430
140	2500
141	2575
142	2650
143	2725
144	2800
145	2900
146	3000
147	3075
148	3150
149	3250
150	3350