Matador MP 47 Hectorra 3 235/55 R18 104V

Excellent driving safety on both wet and dry roads A new generation of summer passenger tyres, a wide range of sizes for 14- to 20-inch wheels. We are presenting a new generation of high-speed summer passenger tyres MP 47 Hectorra 3 designed specifically for large-size (E-segment) and luxury (F-segment) passenger cars.  A combination of state-of-th... moree-art technologies and modern asymmetric non-directional tread pattern provides for excellent handling and safe braking on dry and wet road surfaces. The tyre also features improved mileage performance and driving comfort. Designed for 14- to 20-inch wheels, MP47 Hectorra 3 will be available in a wide range of 50 sizes, in the speed categories “H” up to 210 km/h, “V” up to 240 km/h and “Y” up to 300 km/h, and in widths ranging from 185 mm up to 265 mm.  The MP47 Hectorra 3 tyre is fitted with the “Summer TWI” (Summer Tread Wear Indicator) of 3 mm in height, located in the tread groove on several spots along the tyre’s circumference. When the summer tyre reaches the 3-mm limit, the indicator indicates the need to replace the existing tyre for a new summer tyre in order to preserve driving safety. For middle-class and luxury vehicles and SUVs. Matador brand with long tradition, wide portfolio and reliable performance. High level of driving safety in the wet. Fits perfectly for example to Skoda Octavia, VW Passat and VW Tiguan. Technical Highlights – Driving Safety Feature Four wide longitudinal grooves. Effect Better water draining due to enhanced water volume capacity in the grooves. Benefit Reduced risk of aquaplaning and thus increased driving safety on wet roads. Technical Highlights – Braking and Handling Feature Stiff blocks and ribs Effect Improved transmission of traction and braking forces onto the road. Direct steering response. Benefit Short braking distances on dry roads. Good handling. Technical Highlights – Wear Performance Feature Optimised tread pattern in terms of material distribution and stiffness variation between pattern elements. Effect Even pressure distribution in the contact patch. Benefit Even wear shape which results in an enhanced mileage performance. Technical Highlights – Comfort Feature Closed outside shoulder. Effect Noise generated by pattern elements in the center of the contact patch is reduced. Benefit Increased driving comfort as well as reduced environmental pollution due to reduced noise generation from the tyre. Technical Highlights – Additional Features Summer Tread Wear Indicator (STWI) Early recognition of when the tyre replacement is recommended for a sufficient wet performance. Effect Noise generated by pattern elements in the center of the contact patch is reduced. Benefit Supporting safe driving. Sidewall Design MP47 Hectorra 3 carries a modern design element on its sidewall – a car symbol that allows marking the tyre’s position on the vehicle. This feature will be appreciated by drivers and car service staff especially while