Winter tire test of Russian studded tires 195/65 R15 from the publisher За рулём 2009 p.
Place
Model
Description / Recommendations
Cost
1
Superior traction on ice Superior braking and lateral traction on snow
Minor complaints about handling on slippery roads, straight-line stability on any road and noise level Increased fuel consumption
Highly recommended for icy and snowy roads.
from 3 590 ₽
2
Traction on ice
Poor handling Unsatisfactory directional stability on snowy roads and ride comfort Very high noise level
Recommended for any winter road
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3
Good longitudinal traction on ice Good snow braking
Poor handling on slippery roads Low level of passability Median course stability on any road Low level of comfort
Recommended for any winter road
from 3 510 ₽
4
Easy handling on slippery surfaces Good cornering stability on snowy roads Low noise and fuel consumption level
The lowest traction properties on snow
Poor cross-country properties on ice
The weakest brakes on asphalt and passability, very stiff
Recommended for icy and lightly snow-covered roads - especially for those for whom low fuel consumption is important.
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5
Good traction stability on asphalt Low fuel consumption at 90 km/h
Poor longitudinal traction on ice Difficult handling Insufficient directional stability on snowy roads
Recommended for roads covered with snow and partially ice.
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6
Top performers in the stop test on the asphalt Low fuel consumption at 90 km/h.
Very weak coupling properties on ice
Reduce handling on slippery roads
Make a lot of noise
Do not provide directional stability, as well as sufficient passability
Only for well cleaned roads. Afraid of deep snow.
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