Hankook 235/55 R18 100H Optimo H426 2024

The Hankook Optimo H426 235/55 R18 100H is a summer passenger-car tyre designed for balanced everyday road performance, with an emphasis on comfortable driving, stable handling, wet-road control and efficient highway performance. This specification features a 235 mm section width, 55-series profile and 18-inch rim. Load index 100 corresponds to a maximum load of 800 kg per tyre, while the H speed rating permits speeds up to 210 km/h. The supplied tyre is identified as 2024 production.

About Hankook Optimo H426 235/55 R18 100H

The Optimo H426 is a road-focused touring tyre developed for passenger cars. Its 235/55 R18 dimensions provide a broad contact footprint and a relatively balanced sidewall height, supporting predictable steering response, highway stability and ride comfort. For Dwbtyres customers looking to buy car tyres in UAE, this exact specification should be matched against the vehicle manufacturer's approved tyre size, load index and speed rating.

Touring-oriented tread design

The Optimo H426 uses a road-oriented tread pattern designed to provide consistent pavement contact during everyday driving. Its longitudinal grooves and lateral channels assist with water evacuation, while the tread blocks are designed to support stable braking, acceleration and cornering on paved roads.

Wet-road grip and braking

The tread's water-displacement channels help move water away from the contact patch and support predictable grip on wet pavement. This contributes to controlled braking and handling during rainy conditions. Actual wet-road performance depends on road surface, tyre condition, tread depth, inflation pressure, temperature and vehicle characteristics.

Dry-road stability

The 235 mm width provides a substantial contact footprint for stable straight-line driving and predictable cornering. The 55-series profile balances steering response with sidewall cushioning, making the tyre suitable for daily commuting, city driving and highway travel.

Ride comfort and touring performance

The tyre's touring-oriented construction is intended to provide a comfortable driving experience while maintaining controlled road behaviour. The 55-series sidewall can help absorb normal road irregularities, making this specification suitable for longer journeys and everyday passenger-car use.

Load and speed capability

The 100 load index provides a maximum rated load of 800 kg per tyre. The H speed rating permits speeds up to 210 km/h when the tyre is correctly fitted and operated within its specified load and inflation limits. The vehicle manufacturer's recommended tyre specification should always take priority when replacing tyres.

Who should choose the Optimo H426?

The Hankook Optimo H426 235/55 R18 100H is best suited to compatible passenger cars used primarily on paved roads. It is a practical choice for drivers prioritising comfortable touring, stable highway behaviour, wet-road control and dependable everyday handling. It is not intended as a specialist off-road or winter tyre.

The supplied product is identified as 2024 production. Exact EU-label ratings, country of manufacture, UTQG values and mileage warranty should be verified against the physical tyre or applicable market-specific product record because these details can vary by size, market and production specification. Run-flat construction is not indicated in the supplied product description and should not be assumed without the relevant sidewall marking.