Bridgestone 215/70 R17.5 118N R265 2024

Bridgestone R265 215/70 R17.5 118/116N is an all-position steel-belted radial tyre designed for light trucks, vans and minibuses operating on highways and in urban environments. It features three wide circumferential grooves for water evacuation and anti-hydroplaning performance, together with a durable tread design intended to support wear resistance, grip and manoeuvrability. The 118/116N service description corresponds to a maximum load capacity of 1,320 kg per tyre in single configuration and 1,250 kg per tyre in dual configuration, while the N speed rating corresponds to a maximum rated speed of 140 km/h. 

About Bridgestone R265 215/70 R17.5 118/116N

The R265 is a commercial radial tyre developed for all-position use on light trucks and vans. Its steel-belted construction is designed to provide stability and durability, while the rib-oriented tread incorporates wide circumferential grooves to help evacuate water from the contact area. Bridgestone positions the R265 for both highway and city operation, with emphasis on wet handling, wear resistance and dependable manoeuvrability. 

215/70 R17.5 Tyre Size

The 215/70 R17.5 designation indicates a nominal section width of 215 mm, a 70-series aspect ratio, radial construction and compatibility with a 17.5-inch wheel. Bridgestone's technical data lists an overall diameter of 751 mm, a section width of approximately 212 mm and a 6.00-inch measuring rim for this specification. The listed tread depth is 12.7 mm. 

118/116N Load and Speed Rating

The 118/116N service description is a dual-load specification. The 118 load index corresponds to a maximum load capacity of 1,320 kg per tyre when used in a single-wheel configuration, while the 116 load index corresponds to 1,250 kg per tyre when used in a dual-wheel configuration. The N speed rating corresponds to a maximum rated speed of 140 km/h. The tyre is listed with a 12PR construction and an 87 psi maximum inflation pressure in the applicable technical data. 

Wet Road Performance

The R265 uses three wide circumferential grooves designed to promote water evacuation and help reduce the risk of hydroplaning. Bridgestone identifies strong wet handling and wet grip as key characteristics of the tread design, making the tyre suitable for commercial vehicles that regularly encounter wet paved roads. 

Dry Road Grip and Stability

The steel-belted radial construction is designed to support stability and durability during commercial operation, while the rib tread pattern provides grip and manoeuvrability on paved roads. The R265 is intended for all-position use, allowing it to serve compatible light trucks and vans operating in both city and highway conditions. 

Season Use

The R265 is primarily specified as a commercial road tyre for highway and urban applications. A specific seasonal classification such as All-Season, Summer or Winter is not confirmed for this exact 215/70 R17.5 118/116N specification. Likewise, specific 3PMSF and M+S markings are not confirmed and should be checked on the individual tyre sidewall when required.

Comfort and Noise

The R265 uses a rib tread design intended to support stable road behaviour and commercial-road durability. Available Bridgestone technical information does not confirm an EU external rolling-noise value or noise classification for this exact 215/70 R17.5 118/116N specification.

2024 Production

The requested tyre is specified as a 2024 production tyre. Available trade records identify Bridgestone R265 215/70R17.5 tyres of this specification as originating from Japan. The exact manufacturing week should be verified from the DOT or manufacturing-date marking on the individual tyre sidewall. 

Who Should Consider This Tyre?

Bridgestone R265 215/70 R17.5 118/116N is suitable for compatible light trucks, vans and minibuses requiring an all-position commercial radial tyre with a 1,320 kg single-tyre load capacity, 1,250 kg dual-tyre load capacity, N speed rating and 12PR construction. It is particularly suited to highway and urban paved-road applications where wet-road water evacuation, wear resistance and predictable manoeuvrability are important.