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Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
Outfit your truck or SUV with the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 255/70R17 116T XL BSW, a premium highway all-season tire built for SUV, crossover, and pickup drivers who want long tread life, confident wet-road braking, and a quiet, comfortable ride. This 255/70R17 Defender LTX M/S2 is a popular metric choice for select Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, Nissan Frontier models, plus similar vehicles using 17-inch wheels.
Why choose the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 in 255/70R17?
Made for crossovers, SUVs, and light trucks that need quiet highway confidence: The 116T XL rating adds extra load capacity for family SUVs, pickups, and luxury utility vehicles carrying passengers, cargo, and weekend gear.
Long-lasting tread life: Michelin's EverTread 2.0 compound is engineered to resist wear under the higher loads and torque common in modern trucks and SUVs.
Even, stable road contact: MaxTouch 2.0 Technology helps distribute acceleration, braking, and cornering forces across the contact patch for smooth wear.
All-season control: The Defender LTX M/S2 is designed for dependable wet and snow grip while keeping highway ride comfort and low road noise in focus.
Popular vehicle fitments for 255/70R17 Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
This tire size is commonly used on select trims of the Toyota Tacoma, Toyota 4Runner, Jeep Wrangler, Ford Ranger, Chevrolet Colorado, and Nissan Frontier. It is also a strong option for similar trucks, crossovers, SUVs, and utility vehicles that use the same tire size, load rating, and wheel diameter.
Size and rating details
255/70R17: This size is designed for 17-inch wheels and helps shoppers match the tire to their vehicle's original or upgraded fitment.
116T XL: The service description and load range identify the tire's load capability and intended vehicle use.
BSW: This version uses black sidewall styling for the finished look on the vehicle.
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 255 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 70 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 17" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 31.06" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 6.5" - 9.0" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 38 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 12/32" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 116 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | XL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 50 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | Up to 118 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| WARRANTY Estimates the life expectancy of the tire, set by the tire manufacturer. | 75000 |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 59350 |
| GTIN Global Trade Item Number | 086699593504 |
Customer Reviews
I originally submitted a review that I would not recommend these tires due to excessive road noise. Turns out the rear differential was going out on my vehicle. After that was repaired, the tire noise is just fine.
The road noise is very loud on roads with different grade rocks used for seal coating. On micro surface roads the noise is not as noticeable.