The summer passenger tire Hankook H437 Ventus V2 Concept belongs to the Ultra High Performance category, i.e. it is a tire with high performance in any conditions. The high speed indices assigned to this model - V and W - unequivocally hint at this. At the same time, the range of sizes includes 16 different options with a wheel mounting diameter from 15 to 17 inches. This suggests that the tire is intended primarily for powerful passenger cars of the small and medium class. One of the distinctive features of this model is its excellent adaptability to movement on rough roads, which is very relevant for car owners.
H.R.S.
H.R.S. (Heat Resistant Rubber Compound) is a rubber compound that largely ensured the tire's excellent performance on poor roads. As you know, driving on uneven road surface, in addition to all other troubles, is fraught with a high degree of tire heating. The combination of high-temperature and abrasive effects causes premature destruction of the tread. Thanks to the presence of special components in the composition, as well as the use of new manufacturing technology, the rubber compound of this tire has an amazing ability to evenly distribute heat throughout the tire. Due to this, heat removal becomes more efficient, which leads to a decrease in its heating.
Aggressive design of the tread pattern
This tire immediately attracts attention with its very aggressive V-shaped design of the symmetrical directional tread pattern. However, this model is notable not only for its impressive appearance, but also for the excellent elaboration of individual elements of the tread pattern.
First of all, it is worth noting the minimal number of tread elements. In essence, the tread pattern of the Hankook H437 Ventus V2 Concept consists of V-shaped blocks located in its central part, and two very wide shoulder zones. This solution provided the tire with a very large contact patch area, which had a beneficial effect on the traction characteristics. The shoulder zones of the tread are represented by rows of separate rectangular blocks. According to the manufacturer, such a configuration contributes to a reduction in noise level, as well as more efficient heat removal. In addition, the long edges of these blocks are located perpendicular to the direction of movement, which allowed to significantly increase the effectiveness of braking.
No less notable is the structure of the tread pattern in the central part. As mentioned earlier, V-shaped blocks are located here. Their peculiarity lies in the fact that they are rigidly connected to each other by three longitudinal ribs - in the center and on the sides. The result of this original solution was an amazing manageability, where clarity and transparency of responses are combined with excellent course stability and stable traction.
Carcass for poor roads
The multilayer construction of the carcass of this tire is notable for a number of interesting technical solutions. Directly under the tread, there are two layers of nylon. Its main purpose is to protect the remaining elements of the carcass from the effects of high temperatures, as well as to evenly distribute the external load over the contact patch. Next is a two-layer steel breaker, which provides rigidity to the central part of the tread. Directly under it is a metal cord, also wound from steel wire. Its task is to maintain the stability of the tire shape while driving.
In addition, one of the components of the carcass is a special steel belt located in the sidewalls. It is designed to give rigidity to this part of the tire, thanks to which it was possible to reduce the response time to steering wheel turns. In addition, the presence of a steel element in the sidewalls significantly improved the protection of this vulnerable part of any tire from punctures and cuts. Also, for protection purposes, the tire design includes a special ring located near the rim. This reliably protects the tire from wear on the steel rim of the wheel.
Main features of the Hankook H437 Ventus V2 Concept tire
- The tire is specifically designed for rough roads;
- The aggressive V-shaped tread pattern has excellent efficiency, both on dry and wet surfaces;
- The multilayer carcass construction provides an ideal balance between uncompromising handling and ride comfort;
- The unique rubber compound maintains stability at temperatures above 50 degrees;
- The V-shaped tread blocks in the central part are rigidly connected to each other by three longitudinal ribs, thanks to which the tire demonstrates excellent handling and course stability;
- The blocks of the shoulder zones of the tread, located perpendicular to the direction of movement, allowed to significantly reduce the braking distance.
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