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Potenza RE050

Original equipment on many high-performance vehicles, the Potenza RE050 is built for the pleasure of driving. This tire comes loaded with race-proven technology: UNI-T for outstanding wet and dry traction, a tread pattern that promotes rapid water evacuation, variable dimensions in the tread blocks, and the smoother shape to reduce road noise. Put this Potenza through its paces and discover what ultra-high performance really means.

Category: Performance
Segment: Ultra High Performance Tires
Brand: Bridgestone
Model:Potenza RE050

Speed Rating

Q
99
mph

R
106
mph

S
112
mph

T
118
mph

U
124
mph

H
130
mph

V
149
mph

Z
149+
mph

W
168
mph

Y
186
mph

(Y)
186+
mph
 
Features and Benefits

Feature: Spiral Wrap
Benefit: Spiral Wrap is a continuous nylon wrap that encircles the whole tire, helping the tire hold its original shape to improve high speed capability.

Feature: Innovative Roundness - Rounder Is Better
Benefit: Rounder overall tire shape provides better balance for wet or dry handling.

Feature: Innovative Tire Design - A Comprehensive Tire Design Method
Benefit: This method improves handling in wet or dry conditions and reduces irregular treadwear by combining an ideal tread design, casing shape, materials and construction.

Feature: Rim Guard
Benefit: A raised rubber ridge acts like a bumper to protect wheels from curb damage.

Feature: Innovative Compound - Longer Is Stronger
Benefit: L.L. Carbon utilizes a special form of molecular re-engineered carbon black, a key factor in improving tire wear while enhancing wet performance.

 
Technology Information
       
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Warranty Information

Platinum Pact Limited Warranty

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All warranties are limited to original purchaser on originally installed vehicle. See each warranty at your nearest Fleet Care store for details and restrictions. For more information on the warranty, please download the Warranty Summary PDF

 
Detailed Tire Specifications
Available Sizes Speed Rating Technology Mileage
  215/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  225/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  225/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  225/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  245/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  245/45R17 W UNI-T -  
  215/40R17 Y UNI-T -  
  245/40R17 W UNI-T -  
  225/50R18 W UNI-T -  
  245/45R18 Y UNI-T -  
  245/45R18 XL Y UNI-T -  
  255/45R18 Y UNI-T -  
  275/45R18 Y UNI-T -  
  225/40R18 Y UNI-T -  
  255/40R18 Y UNI-T -  
  265/40R18 Y UNI-T -  
  265/40R18 XL Y UNI-T -  
  255/40R19 XL Z UNI-T -  
  255/40R19 XL Y UNI-T -  
  275/40R19 Y UNI-T -  
  275/40R19 XL Z UNI-T -  
 

SAFETY WARNING: Serious injury may result from tire failure due to underinflation/overloading. Follow owner's manual and tire placard in vehicle.