Eleven friends of Nivovod. Overview of AT category tires

When choosing tires for a car, you should remember their intended purpose. Ground clearance, comfort, noise level and cross-country ability depend on a number of parameters.

Size

The main parameter that you should first focus on is the diameter of the corresponding wheel rim. But even the manufacturer itself supplies different modifications with different tires. For example, on the L or LC trim levels, which are considered basic, tires corresponding to 15-inch wheels are installed. The LE comes standard with alloy wheels with a diameter of 16 inches from the factory.

If we talk about the tire width, then for the basic version it is 205 mm, and for the luxury version (GLC and GLS) – 215 mm. The profile height must also be taken into account.

Note that the index means the percentage ratio of the profile height to the tire width.

Chevrolet Niva cars are equipped with low-profile tires (60%) and high-profile tires (70%, 75%). The first is usually used in the city, and the second outside. The disc has its own parameters: offset ET=40 mm, bolt pattern 5x39.5, as well as the diameter of the hub hole, which is 98.5 mm. But these parameters will not be needed to select tires. There is no consensus on the set of parameters. Some owners prefer to use two sets per year, while others make do with all-season tires.

Tread type

The variety of patterns on tires gives a misleading idea about the types of treads. However, there are only three of them.

1. A symmetrical tread without direction is characterized by the fact that the tire can be installed on any wheel during installation. This means complete variability in terms of the direction of rotation of the wheel. Such protectors are considered universal, as they are equally suitable for highway and off-road use. As a rule, models with a symmetrical tread are inexpensive and offered by the manufacturer.
2. The symmetrical tread with direction removes water from the contact area of ​​the wheel with the road. Such rubber provides reliable grip when driving at high speeds. The direction of rotation of the wheel is indicated by an arrow on the side of the tire.
3. The asymmetrical tread is also capable of removing water. But the tire makes no demands on the direction of rotation. It is important to observe the “inside” (inside) and “outside” positions.

Speed ​​index

Rarely does anyone pay attention to this parameter, however, it does not lose its importance because of this. The speed index is indicated by the Latin letters M (130 km/h), N (140 km/h), P (150 km/h), Q (160 km/h), R (170 km/h) and S (180 km/h) h). Considering the speed performance of the Chevrolet Niva, it becomes clear why the speed index is not relevant for owners.

Load Index

The load index refers to the numerical value preceding the speed index. The units are taken arbitrarily and can take a value from 70 to 120. This corresponds to a load of 335 to 1400 kg per wheel, respectively.

So, let's figure out what tires can be installed on the Niva. The standard tire size for the VAZ-2121 is 175/80 R16. Finding replacement narrow and tall tires with a diameter (not to be confused with a radius!) of 16 inches will not be easy. But it's worth a try.

According to reviews from motorists, the basic 16-inch tires for the Niva can be replaced with the following options:

• Hankook Winter Ipike;
• Nokian WRC3;
• Michelin Agilis X-ice North;
• Kama Euro LCV;
• Nokian Hakkapeliita C Cargo;
• Amtel K182A;
• Cordiant Business;
• Continental VanContact.

Many owners of domestic SUVs install R15-sized wheels on their cars. Such a replacement does not require additional modifications or changes. The main advantage is a large selection of tires with a diameter of 15 inches. So, for the Niva you can use the following tire models:

• Yokohama F700Z;
• Amtel NordMaster;
• Toyo Observe Gsi-5;
• Tunga Nordway;
• Gislaved NordFrost 100;
• Cordiant SnowCross;
• Cordiant Off Road;
• Kumho KW 7400;
• Nokian Nordman RS, etc.

Tires, wheels for Chevrolet Niva

Chevrolet Niva has taken a leading position among SUVs on the Russian market. This car is rarely used for its intended purpose, as an off-road vehicle. The Niva is used as an everyday car in urban conditions, excellent for trips out of town and for driving on dirt roads.

What recommendations does KOLOBOX give regarding tire and wheel sizes for Chevrolet Niva?

The size of tires and wheels of a car depends on the year of its manufacture and modification. Chevrolet Niva was released in 2003, today in its only modification.

The manufacturer installs tires of various sizes depending on the vehicle configuration. Basic configurations are equipped with tires with formulas 205/75R15 and 205/70R15, i.e. Chevrolet Niva L and LC have tires with the following parameters: width 205 mm, profile (width to height ratio) 70 and 75%, radial design, diameter 15 inches.

The Chevrolet Niva LE is equipped with cast wheels made of light metal alloys. The marking of these tires is 215/65R16, i.e. tire width 215, profile 65%, diameter 16 inches, radial design.

The GLS and GLC trim levels are equipped with alloy wheels with tire size 215/65R15. The manufacturing plant positions this size as off-road, although most experienced drivers tend to purchase high-profile wheels for off-road use.

What tires are suitable for a Chevrolet Niva in the winter?

Many drivers refuse to purchase winter tire sets, citing their high cost. The purchase of winter tires is followed by the need to seek tire fitting services (removal of summer tires, installation of new ones, wheel alignment to preserve the tires). There are several reasons why even an SUV needs winter tires:

• A car with all-wheel drive has the same braking performance as a car with single-wheel drive. The only difference is the speed at which the vehicle accelerates.
• Due to not the best aerodynamic characteristics, an all-wheel drive vehicle is less stable in icy conditions.
• SUVs, being heavier than passenger cars, have a greater degree of inertia during braking.
• The misconception of many is that an SUV also exhibits its positive properties in icy conditions, which is a mistake.

What are mud tires for?

This tire is needed for those who operate their SUV in off-road conditions. By replacing standard tires with mud tires, the vehicle’s maximum off-road driving properties are increased, and the following advantages appear:

• Increases wear resistance when operating an SUV in off-road conditions
• The tread increases traction parameters with the ground
• Dirt stops sticking to tires
• The car begins to move off-road smoother and more confidently
• Due to the high tread, ground clearance increases

In addition to the fact that installing this type of rubber provides many positive aspects, with all this there are also disadvantages, such as:

• Can't reach high speed
• Fuel consumption increases
• Removing such rubber from rims is problematic.

Also a huge disadvantage is that if the car is driven on normal roads where there is asphalt, then such tires quickly wear out. But the owners solve these problems by having special tools.

Choosing summer tires

Whatever manufacturer you choose, first of all you need to pay attention to the tread pattern.

The expected operating conditions of the car depend on it:

1. The manufacturer installs tires with a symmetrical tread pattern without direction; if you wish, you can purchase tires with a directional tread. These wheels are suitable for driving around the city and on the highway.
2. For use in more severe conditions, choose tires with an asymmetric tread pattern. A car with such wheels will be controllable on wet asphalt and in moderate off-road conditions.
3. If you are going to drive outside the city, it is better to buy special mud tires. Its tread is higher and rarer. Driving on such wheels at high speeds is dangerous, plus they make a lot of noise on the highway.

Also on the rubber there are marks on the load capacity and speed index; these parameters are standard and are suitable for all modern cars. The maximum speed of the Chevrolet Niva is 140 km/h, this value is sufficient for any wheels.

The choice of AT tires is about 29″.

Post by bambr » 07 Apr 2012, 23:05

Dear like-minded people, help me decide. I’m already sitting for the second day trying to choose AT tires in size 235/75/15 for daily use (for extreme trips there is a set of MT tires).

Proposed soils for movement: 60-70% asphalt of varying quality. 20-30% primer (mainly gravel, rocky, sometimes interspersed with clay, with low moisture content). 10% coarse sand (sea). One of the requirements is a strong sidewall. The price of new tires and the subsequent demand for used tires (on the secondary market) with wear of about 40-50% are also taken into account.

After a long selection, 3 candidates remained: 1. GENERAL GRABBER AT2

+ created for sand and rocky terrain, wear resistance close to BFG AT, high quality workmanship. — few reviews, not very good behavior on wet asphalt, prone to aquaplaning (like most AT tires). I couldn't find any information on the strength of the sidewalls.

2. SILVERSTONE AT-117 SPECIAL

+ quite interesting tread pattern, designed for rocky terrain. — there are practically no reviews on the Internet, supposedly less wear-resistant than BGF AT, unstable quality of other (extreme) rubber of this brand, prone to aquaplaning (like most AT rubber).. I couldn’t find information on the strength of the sidewalls.

3. GOODYEAR WRANGLER RADIAL

+ interesting tread pattern, more aggressive lateral lugs, seems not prone to aquaplaning, high quality workmanship - the brand speaks for itself. — there are no reviews on the Internet, it is presented only in some online stores, there is a suspicion that this tire has been discontinued.

Eleven friends of Nivovod. Overview of AT category tires

We are so often asked the question of which tires to choose that we decided to make a kind of guide to the Russian tire market, or rather what is left of it, starting with the most popular category - All-Terrain in sizes that are suitable for SUVs and crossovers.

This is a short review, which means we won't be rating it.
The sequence of the models does not have any hidden meaning, but only corresponds to alphabetical order. Well, except maybe the first position. The BF Goodrich All-Terrain may not have created the category, but it certainly gave it a name. And in general, perhaps the most famous. We have BFG represented by its previous and extremely popular generation of All-Terrain KO2: it probably has the widest size range (from cars to trucks), the most recognizable and most counterfeited tread pattern. Although no, in first place on the lists of counterfeits and copies is its mud brother, which we will talk about another time. So, let's begin. BF
Goodrich All - Terrain KO 2
These tires have a very interesting size - 215/70 R16, that is, the actual diameter is 27.8 inches, or 708 mm, which is slightly larger than the accepted one, but fits most crossovers of the Renault Duster / Hyundai Tucson class, including the classic Niva/Chevy Niva without a lift, with not very tired springs. The three-layer cord on the sidewall makes the tire light (15 kg) and easily changing shape when the pressure decreases. The downside of this advantage was the insufficient strength of the sidewall, although the manufacturer claims to use technology to strengthen it, tested on the Baja 1000. The bottom line is that the tire wall is 4.5mm thicker than before, and ingredients have been added to the rubber compound to reduce abrasion. Recommended for connoisseurs of white letters on the sidewall and owners of fast engines. The working pressure off-road is 1-1.2 atm (then it sits firmly and rows well), but 0.5 atm will not be critical. It quickly wears down the shoulder area in turns, but will easily last three seasons. Easy to lather and easy to clean with gas. The approximate cost of size R16 is 10,500 rubles. About a year ago it was replaced by a generation - KO3, but the remnants of KO2 are still sold.

Bridgestone
Dueler AT 001
The Japanese have released two AT category tires under the same name Dueler, but with different indexes. We decided to take the most unusual one - Bridgestone Dueler AT 001. This tire replaced the Dueler 694. According to the manufacturer, it is quieter than its predecessor, handling has improved significantly, and cross-country ability has not been affected. Looking at the zigzags and triangles of the treadmill, it’s hard to believe, but the shoulder area and sidewalls are seriously developed, so it’s possible and even necessary to poison them. The fact is that the service life of the Dueler AT 001 increased by 10 percent, and the coasting (coasting motion) became greater by 18. The tires are not the lightest - 14.6 kg with a size of 215/70 R16 and a diameter of 884 mm. The sidewall is marked with an icon that allows them to be used in winter, which, however, should not deceive anyone. Estimated cost: 6,500 rubles.

Continental
Crosscontact ATR
The all-rounder Crosscontact ATR is a road tire in terms of handling and noise characteristics, with some useful features that show up off-pavement. Actually, this was the manufacturer’s idea, and we are talking about the design of the side paths, the checkers of which tend to open up on off-road conditions, promoting good cleaning. After all, the quick washing of All Terrain tires is a real scourge of this category. In the case of Crosscontact ATR, the valuable thing is that the wheels do not need to be deflated to 0.8 atm to feel the effect - it also appears at standard pressure. Users, noting the off-road capabilities of the tire, also mention resistance to aquaplaning, rigidity and excellent performance at moderately low pressure. It is also presented in size 215/65 R16, while its weight is 14.7 kg and the actual diameter is 684 mm. The tread depth is 9 mm, and the cost is about 11,500 rubles.

Cordiant
All - Terrain
Russian Cordiant All-Terrain tires have been produced for several years and are well known to SUV owners. They went through a long period of “childhood illnesses”, the formation of production and no longer disappoint with uneven wear or poor quality of the cord. The main advantage is accessibility. Moreover, both in terms of price and in the sense of the opportunity to purchase a spare tire in almost any more or less large city in the country. The line includes tires of the size we are interested in, 215/65 R16, and the actual diameter exactly corresponds to the declared one - 686 mm. Despite the non-aggressive tread pattern, the tires perform well off-road. The only thing is that the sidewall is too rigid and does not allow you to take full advantage of the low pressure. And Cordiant really doesn’t like frost. The tires are light (12.5 kg) and perfectly balanced. Recommended cost: 4,800 rubles.

General
Tire Grabber AT 3
Grabber AT3 tires are positioned by the manufacturer as super-universal, suitable for use on and off-road in equal proportions. Yes, we understand perfectly well that no one specifies how difficult this off-road will be. Although the developers claim that the tread is designed to work well not only on dry ground... In a word, All-Terrain in its purest form. In size R16 it weighs only 12.4 kg and the exact diameter is 685 mm. AT3 is far from the most expensive. For example, the cost of 245/70 R16 is 7,500 rubles. The tire, by the way, is quite soft and works well until heavy snow begins.

Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure Kevlar

Another American model convenient for crossovers in size 215/70 R16. The small pattern and sluggish sidewall are compensated by the strength of the aramid cord and its wear resistance. Perfect for traveling from Murmansk to Magadan, where there are ten thousand kilometers of asphalt, a thousand graders and almost nothing changes around. You can drive into a dry forest or dry steppe, but if the forecast is unfavorable, it is not recommended to leave the road. The actual diameter is 706 mm, the tread is quite deep - about 11 mm. Nobody really knows how it flattens and what comes out of it (write if you’ve tried it). The ideal tire for trips to Europe and the Far East. Weighs only 13.3 kg and balances well. Doesn't make noise or vibrate. Approximate retail price - 7,700 rubles.

Matador MP 72 Izzarda A/T 2

Matador tires stand out for their consistent quality and performance. Judging by the reviews, the Izzarda A/T 2 is more suitable for those owners of SUVs and crossovers who rarely drive off the asphalt and like a quiet ride. The tread pattern, to put it mildly, is moderately off-road, but there are ridges on the sidewall that will make the Izzarda not so helpless in a forest rut, unless, of course, you are lazy and turn the wheels on time. In size 215/70 R16, it weighs 14 kg and has a diameter of 706 mm. The tire is inexpensive and perfect for classic Nivas in the warm season, even as a city tire. Recommended price: 6,500 rubles.

Maxxis
AT -771 BRAVO
The manufacturer calls Bravo a premium tire for SUVs, but in fact it is one of the most inexpensive import tires in size 235/70 R16. At the same time, it has all the latest technological solutions. There is a new compound and a progressive tread pattern with low noise levels. The developed sidewall protects it from damage, and the grooves of the treadmill prevent stones from getting stuck. The tire is very light! In size 235/70 R16 it weighs 12.1 kg. Diameter – 680 mm. Estimated cost: 6,100 rubles.

Nokian
Rotiiva AT
Yes, imagine, the Scandinavians make not only winter tires. We learned about this three or four years ago, when the company launched its first mud model. Actually, the Finns love off-road and it’s strange that they realized it so late. We are interested in the Rotiiva AT model, which is also available in sizes 215/65 R16. It weighs 12.5 kg and is quite quiet, demonstrating 72 dB of noise in field measurements. The Rotiiva does not have a pronounced mud pattern, developed shoulder areas or aggressive sidewall ridges. But the manufacturer guarantees exemplary endurance on the worst roads and on the heaviest vehicles. The Rotiiva resource is 100 thousand kilometers. Prices start from 5,500 rubles.

Toyo
Open Country A / T Plus
Toyo relatively recently showed a new version of the Open Country series with the addition of Plus. It was created mainly for the European market, where the requirements for noise, braking properties and handling are becoming more stringent every year. Off-road performance was probably sacrificed for this, but the asymmetrical tread pattern with variable pitch leaves hope for good traction if you don't give up the gas. The actual diameter with dimension 215/65 R16 is 686 mm. The tread depth is typical for All Terrain tires at 9.1 mm. Weight – 12.2 kg. Recommended cost: 5,000 rubles.

Yokohama
Geolandar A / T G 015
The updated Geolandar G015 tire was introduced several years ago. Its tread design has been changed and the mixture composition has been optimized, sidewall strength and wear resistance have been increased. However, you can learn all this from the advertising booklet. What’s more interesting for us is that the sidewall has its own protector, which helps cope with ruts and works better at reduced pressure. The lamellas and grooves are made in 3D technology with overlapping protrusions and depressions of a rhombic shape. This made it possible to declare the G015 all-season and put a “snowflake on the mountain” on it. There are a lot of standard sizes, and the 215/70 R16 we chose is also available. Yokohama tires are traditionally light - 12.1 kg, and the recommended price is 5,700 rubles.

How to choose wheels for a Chevrolet Niva

In order to correctly select the most suitable rims for wheels on the Shniva, you need to know what types of rims are available and how they are made:

1. For example, stamped ones , being the cheapest and easiest to produce, are made by stamping from rolled steel. They are easily restored after deformation, but are heavy in weight, which affects the condition of the suspension and worsens the car’s handling. In addition, stamped discs are susceptible to corrosion and bend easily.
2. Cast wheels, made from aluminum and other light alloy metals, are not as heavy as steel, have an attractive appearance and do not corrode. But at the same time they are noticeably more expensive and suffer from excessive fragility.
3. Forged wheels , being the most expensive, become lighter and stronger than cast wheels through additional mechanical and heat treatment.

The most popular wheels among Chevrolet Niva owners are from the following cars:

• "Suzuki Grand Vitara";
• "Suzuki Jimmy";
• "Kia Sportage";
• "Volga".

Seasonality

According to this criterion, car tires are divided into three types:

Summer

Tires are made of hard rubber that does not soften at high temperatures.
They wear out more slowly on hot asphalt. This guarantees a long service life and short braking distances. The tread pattern of summer tires removes water well from the contact patch and prevents aquaplaning.

However, at low temperatures, the rubber of summer tires loses its elasticity. At temperatures below 5 degrees Celsius, the adhesion coefficient of such tires decreases sharply. In winter, the braking distance of a car with summer tires increases significantly.

Important! Tires that have lost their elasticity glide easily even on clean, dry asphalt. Therefore, it is necessary to install winter tires for the winter.

Winter

The rubber of these tires remains elastic at low temperatures, which ensures reliable grip on asphalt. In order to hold the car on snow or ice, the tread of winter tires has many sipes, the edges of which “cling” to the road.

However, such tires soften greatly on hot asphalt and are not suitable for use in the heat. Separately, it is worth noting the winter studded tires.

They are made of harder rubber than winter non-studded ones. Spikes provide good traction in snow and mud. However, studded tires have a longer braking distance on asphalt and ice. Therefore, in urban conditions it is better to use tires without studs.

All-season

These tires are a cross between summer and winter. Accordingly, they wear out faster than summer tires on hot asphalt. And when used on snow, ice or even winter asphalt, all-season tires do not have a good grip coefficient. Its only advantage in summer is good cross-country ability in mud or sand. Therefore, such tires are not so rare on Niva.

What tires can be installed instead of the factory ones?

The reasons for installing tires with other sizes may be different, for example, the driver wants to increase the speed of the car, or increase its maneuverability and weight load. It all depends on the conditions in which you will operate the car. An option to replace factory tires in the summer can be 215/75R15 tires, and for a wheel with a diameter of R16 in the winter, 215/65R16.

Usually, after indicating the size, the tire is marked with a load index and a speed index. The speed index is indicated by Latin letters, the load index is indicated by a number. For a Chevrolet Niva, you need to install a tire with the Q index, which means the maximum safe speed on such tires is no more than 160 kg. There is no point in installing a tire with a high speed index, since the car engine simply will not support it.

The load index characterizes how much weight the tire will bear when driving at maximum speed. Under normal conditions, you can install a tire with an index of 95-97, which means 690-730 kg. If the machine is used to transport cargo, then it can be supplied with index 100, this is a load of 800 kg. on rubber.

When selecting a tire, you must strictly adhere to the seat diameter. You cannot put an R16 tire on an R15 rim, or vice versa, an R15 tire on an R16 rim. In the first case, the rubber will simply dangle on the disk, and in the second case, it may burst during installation or while driving.