XQ OPTIMO H422

Sales Guide

Exquisite Silence ·Exceptional Softness ·Excellent Safety

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

Contents1. Concept2. Technical Presentation3. Test Results4. Available Size

XQ OPTIMO H422

1. Concept

XQ OPTIMO H422

Ultra High Performance

35~65 Series

14~18 Inch

Speed-Rating : V / W

Sedan

XQ OPTIMO H422

Exquisite Silence ·Exceptional Softness ·Excellent SafetyXQ Optimo not only adopts a rib-block design for the shoulder to minimize vibration while driving but also employs the optimized width of lateral grooves to generate the least possible noise. XQ Optimo's improved low noise design give proof of its elegant qualities.

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

Position Map

Max Performance UHP Premium Sport UHP Sport UHP Sport & Comfort UHP Luxury UHP Comfort UHP

for SUV UHP

Sport Comfort

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

2. Technical Presentation2-1. Exquisite Silence

2-2. Exceptional Softness

2-3. Excellent Safety

XQ OPTIMO H422

2-1. Exquisite Silence

SS

S

M

LL

XQ Optimo 5 pitch Previous

3 pitch

5 Pitch DesignBy employing a five-row tread block design rather than the existing three-row design, XQ Optimo effectively disperses pattern noise, resulting in drastically reduced noise.

L

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

Rounded Main Groove EdgeThe main groove edges of XQ Optimo are more smoothly rounded compared with existing tire products in an effective attempt to minimize noise arising from the vibration of the block edges.

Tire cutPrevious

2-1. Exquisite Silence

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

2-2. Excellent Softness

New Bead ProfileBy minimizing the gap between the rims and beads and realizing an even distribution of the contact pressure, XQ Optimo delivers improved ride and handling stability.

XQ OPTIMO H422

2-3. Excellent Safety

Internal Pressure

Internal Pressure

XQ Optimo Balancce carcass line plan

Existing product unbalance carcassline plan

Before

After

Featuring an equilibrium carcass profile the carcass shape is uniformly maintained regardless of internal pressure. On top of this, shear strain of the belts and deformation of the beads are also minimized, leading to increased durability of the belts and beads.

Equilibrium Carcass Profile

XQ OPTIMO H422

2-3. Excellent Safety

1. Jointless Bead Wire & High Hardness Bead Filler : A new bead profile has also been designed to enhance tire fit in the rim, bolstering steering stability at high speed.

2. Wide, High-Tensile Steel Belts & Jointless Two-Cap Ply : Enhance tread strength for steering response and wear life. Improve uniformity for smooth ride and durability.

3. Rim Protector : Provides better protection against outer shock or scratches.

2

1

3

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

2-3. Excellent Safety

Rounded Main Groove EdgeOptimized four wide grooves help realize outstanding water channeling while the V-shaped unidirectional pattern delivers improved hyroplanning performance.

XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

3. Test Results

XQ OPTIMO H422

108

106

104

102

100

98

96

94

Test Size : 215/45ZR17W

3. Test Results

수입산Dry

Handling

DryBraking Wet

Braking

Wet Braking 승차감 예상

Mileage

H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

4. Available Size

XQ OPTIMO H422

205/65R14205/65R15215/65R15195/60R14205/60R15215/60R15225/60R15205/60R16215/60R16225/60R16205/55ZR16215/55ZR16225/55ZR17235/55ZR17

Extra

LoadSize

Sidewall Type

4. Available Size

91V 94V 96V 86V 91V 94V 96V 96V95V 98V 94W97W101W103Wz

XL

XL XL XL XL

VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB

65

60

55

205/50ZR15 205/50ZR16 215/50ZR17225/50ZR17 205/45ZR16215/45ZR17 225/45ZR17 235/45ZR17 215/40ZR17225/40ZR18 235/40ZR18 255/40ZR17 265/35ZR18

Extra

LoadSize

Sidewall Type

86W 87W 91W 94W87W91W94W97W87W92W95W 98W93W

XL XL XL XL XL XLXL

XL

VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSBVSB VSB

50

45

40

35

These data can be changed by manufacturer without prior notice. * VSB : Vertical Serrated Band This size will be available in April 2005