
Merlin International can supply, fit & balance most brands of tyres.
We cater for passenger vehicles and light commercial vehicles.
Call us for a quotation and to arrange fitment.
Special Offers
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205/55/16CONTINENTAL PREMIUM CONTACT 2SPEED RATING VLOAD INDEX 91Fitted & balanced price £55.00 each + VAT
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205/55/16DUNLOP SP SPORT01SPEED RATING VLOAD INDEX 91Fitted & balanced price £55.00 each + VAT |
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205/50/17YOKOHAMA ADVAN A10SPEED RATING VLOAD INDEX 89Fitted & balanced price £70.00 each + VAT |
Speed Ratings / Load Index
A tyre's speed rating indicates the maximum speed at which a tyre can carry the load corresponding with its load index. The load index is a numerical code and corresponds to the maximum load a tyre can carry at the speed indicated by its speed rating.
Generally, maximum tyre speed is rated in alphabetical order. However, W & Y rated tyres are a special case as they can operate at higher maximum speeds than older Z rated tyres. It is therefore safe to replace your current Z rated tyres with W or Y rated tyres.
It is important that you do not fit tyres to your vehicle with a lower speed rating or load index than recommended by the manufacturer. Fitting lower speed rated tyres or tyres with a lower load index may invalidate your insurance.
T: 01377 288 355 F: 01377 288 352 E: derek@merlininternational.co.uk




