The Pirelli Winter 160 Snowcontrol winter tire fully lives up to its name, as it boasts excellent traction on snowy roads. In addition, this model features a traditional set of "signature" characteristics for tires from this Italian brand, ranging from sporty handling to good fuel economy and wear resistance.
Reinforced breaker
The excellent handling of this model is largely due to the increased rigidity of the breaker, located directly under the tread. It features a multi-layered construction, entirely made from modern synthetic materials. The presence of such a rigid "base" allows for a significant improvement in pressure distribution across the contact patch. This leads to increased stability of the traction properties on the one hand, and gives the tire's reactions quickness and precision on the other.
High-performance tread pattern for any winter conditions
This tire is characterized by enhanced traction characteristics on any winter roads. These are provided by the open design of its tread. The central part of the tread features small blocks, which gives the tire a large number of traction edges. For better high-speed stability and fuel economy, these elements have a rhomboid shape, rounded corners, and are arranged at an angle.
In turn, the blocks in the shoulder areas are distinguished not only by rounded corners but also by their transverse arrangement and massive size. This allows them to increase traction during maneuvering and braking.
Key features of Pirelli Winter 160 Snowcontrol
- The reinforced breaker construction in combination with the optimized profile shape provides stability to the traction properties and prevents uneven wear;
- The multitude of small blocks in the center of the tread, due to their angled arrangement and rhomboid shape, improves traction on snow, directional stability, reduces rolling resistance, and noise while driving;
- The wide blocks in the shoulder areas of the tread prevent skidding during turns and shorten the braking distance.
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