subject: Nokian Hakkapeliitta Winter Tyre R Suv [print this page] Nokian Hakkapeliitta R SUV, tailored for demanding winter conditions, offers a safe and reliable option for SUV drivers who prefer friction tyres (in Swedish: dck). The Nordic friction tyre provides safe and efficient traction even in the harshest winter conditions.
Good grip onice and in wet terrain
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R SUV delivers the basic promise of the Hakkapeliitta brand: it is a genuine winter tyre for Northern conditions. The fresh SUV Hakkapeliitta performs excellently in snow and on bare roads. It has an excellent grip in icy and wet conditions. Thanks to the tread pattern and compound innovations, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R SUV has an ice grip above the normal level in friction tyres. A sturdy and steady driving response is particularly important with a large and heavy SUV. The possibility of sensing the grip threshold and the sensitive and precise driving response of the tyres improve vehicle handling, especially in slippery winter conditions.
Minimised fuel costs
Nordic friction tyres generally perform best in the rolling resistance comparisons between different tyre types. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R SUV rolls effortlessly, which means that its rolling resistance is very low. This in turn means lower fuel costs and less carbon monoxide emissions. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R SUV fits practically all SUVs, for its range of sizes is the largest and most versatile on the market. Most sizes carry the XL code: the load carrying capacity of the tyres is sufficient for even the heaviest vehicles. The speed rating of the new SUV friction tyre is R (max 170 km/h). Competitors tyres are most often Q-rated (max 160 km/h).
Alternatively the Nokian Hakkapeliitta winter tyre LT
Designed for difficult and demanding winter conditions, Nokian Hakkapeliitta LT is a special winter tyre for vans and light trucks which is also suitable for light off-road use.
Sufficient grip
The large number of sipes and the innovative rubber blend of Nokian Hakkapeliitta LT guarantee good grip on a slippery surface. The tyres sturdy construction provides stability on the road, as well as durability. The tyres powerful grooves remove water and slush from between the tyre and the road. The tread pattern effectively cleans itself of snow. Nokian Hakkapeliitta LT can be studded. The new distribution of studs ensures low tyre noise and excellent grip on ice. The preshaped stud holes keep the studs firmly attached to the tyre.
