Size and technical data

Ecsta SPT KU31

Ultra High Performance

Tread Code: KU31

This tire boasts a silica tread compound that provides ultra high performance grip in wet and dry conditions, while the unique casing construction allows the Ecsta SPT to absorb bumps, making it the ideal tire for sports car owners on a budget and sedan owners looking for a sportier feel.

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Special Features

  • High dispersion silica expands compound performance for superior wet grip and better treadwear with excellent fuel efficiency.
  • Race-proven carcass design with jointless cap plies, wide steel belts, ESCOT carcass profile, and high durometer apex delivers razor sharp response and extreme grip without compromising ride quality.
  • Three wide circumferential grooves optimize water evacuation in footprint.
  • Triple-tread radius optimizes footprint shape for even pressure distribution.
  • Shoulder blocks tilted into direction of travel to improve grip and reduce worn-tire noise.
  • Rim protector in lower sidewall safeguards wheel against scratches and abrasions.
  • Comes in a variety of Run-Flat sizes.
  • Select sizes available in red, yellow and blue smoke for “drifting” fans. The colored smoke will last throughout the tire’s full tread life.
  • UTQG rating of 340 AA/A for H and V speed ratings. For W and Y speed ratings, the UTQG is 320 AA/A.
  • Notice: Ecsta SPT Colored Smoke tires will leave a sticky residue on the vehicle's underbody, wheels, suspension, wheelwells and fenders during extended burnouts. Colored residue will stain wheels, body and suspension parts.

Sample Vehicles

Acura Integra, Audi A4, BMW 3 Series, BMW 5 Series, Chevrolet Corvette, Chrysler 300C, Dodge Magnum, Mazda 3, Mazda 6, Mazda Miata, Mazda RX7, Mazda RX8, Mercedes --, Mini Cooper --, Nissan 240Z, Nissan 280Z, Nissan 350Z, Porsche --, Subaru WRX STI, Volkswagon Golf, Volkswagon Jetta, Volkswagon Passat

Comparable Competitor Products

BF Goodrich G-Force KDW, Bridgestone Potenza RE030, Bridgestone Potenza RE040, Continental Sport Contact, Cooper Zeon 2XS, Dunlop SP Sport 8000, Dunlop SP Sport Maxx, Goodyear Eagle F1 GS, Hankook H105, Michelin Pilot HX MXM, Michelin Pilot Sport, Yokohama ES 100

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