Van Winter Tyre
Three-peak mountain snowflake marked C-rated tyre for winter service, with a softer compound and dense siping. Required by law in several EU states during defined periods or conditions.
Features
- Three-peak mountain snowflake marking, which is the marking most national winter rules actually reference.
- Compound that stays flexible below 7 degrees Celsius, where a summer tyre hardens and loses grip.
- Dense siping and block edges for snow and slush traction on loaded vans.
- Directional or asymmetric patterns available; directional fitment must follow the sidewall arrow.
- Best managed as a full set of four or six rather than an axle at a time.
Specifications
| Figure | Typical range | Unit | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|---|
| Size designation | 235/65 R 16 C | Must match the summer fitment diameter | |
| Winter marking | 3PMSF | The marking national rules require | |
| Load index, single / dual | 121/119 | Winter tyres must carry the same plated load | |
| Tread depth, new | 9 - 11 | mm | Snow traction falls off below 4 mm |
| Speed symbol | R / T | Winter tyres may be rated below the vehicle's top speed | |
| Rotation direction | directional / non-directional | Wrong-way fitment loses most of the wet benefit |