Overview of all Kumho tires: size tables, specifications, owner reviews
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Solus KL21 is a tire that has a minimum coefficient of rotational resistance, which significantly increases the economy and environmental friendliness of a car. The pattern of the network of small sipes guarantees good traction in any weather. Maneuverability is provided by powerful sidewalls, and patency is provided by deep furrows that divert dirt and water.
For more than 60 years, the Korean brand has occupied top positions in the ranking of global suppliers of stingrays, successfully selling its products in all countries. It is noteworthy that the first tires for sports cars with a diameter of 32 inches were produced by the Kumho tire manufacturer.
Main manufacturer
Most of the stingrays that enter the stores of the Russian Federation are made in China. However, the main producing country of Kumho is South Korea. The largest company over the years of activity has expanded the scale of production facilities and opened factories in China (1997) and Vietnam (2008).
What tires are manufactured by Kumho?
Reviews of Kumho tires are mostly positive. The concern specializes in the manufacture of winter, summer, all-weather tires for cars, SUVs, trucks, sports cars, special vehicles, aircraft. Numerous lines are presented on the official website of the company for the Russian consumer:
- 7 (Radial 722, 732TouringPlus, 792, 793) - summer and all-weather tires;
- 8 (822-823 PowerGuard, 846, 852) - radial tires;
- 9 (946S - winter, 954 - summer);
- AutoPower - all-weather;
- CargoMate (874 and KL 33 - for summer, 854 and KC52 - all-season);
- Crugen;
- EcoSense;
- Ecsta (711 - summer and all-weather, ASTKU25, HMKH31);
- Solus (4VanKL15, 16, 17 - year old);
- Winter Portran (on Velcro CW51, KC12);
- WinterCraft (Ice WI31, WS31, WS51 - bar).
The famous tire factory produces products of all running sizes at affordable prices.
Winter
Reviews of Kumho tires prove that all winter tires of this brand can be attributed to the middle price segment. In terms of quality, Korean products are not inferior to more expensive counterparts. Driving comfort, excellent directional stability, maneuverability on wet pavement, relative noiselessness are the main characteristics of Asian stingrays. With moderate use, rubber covers 45 thousand km and can last 3-4 years.
Studded
Tire manufacturer Kumho produces the I'Zen KW22, KC16, Power Grip (744, 749P, KC11) studs, as well as the WinterCraft series (Ice WI31, WS31).
WinterCraft Ice WI31 is a model that has good grip on ice due to the placement of most of the studs in the central part of the tread and the use of three-dimensional sipes.
WinterCraft Ice WI31
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 13 – 17 Feet | 155 – 245 Feet | 45 – 70 Feet | 190 | 75 – 109 Feet | 385 – 1000 Feet |
This is a quiet rubber for cars with a beautiful symmetrical pattern.
WinterCraft SUV Ice WS31 is a ramp for SUVs and SUVs. It features a reinforced carcass, V-shaped tread composition. Thanks to the addition of a compound (thermoplastic substance), rubber does not lose elasticity at any temperature. Grip on ice is provided by thousands of sipes with a honeycomb-like wall shape.
WinterCraft SUV Ice WS31
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 16 – 18 Feet | 155 – 245 Feet | 40 – 70 Feet | 210 | 96 – 116 Feet | 710 – 1250 Feet |
The wheels withstand the road in snowy porridge, sometimes skidding on ice.
PowerGrip KC11 - tires for cars, vans, SUVs. They provide maneuverability and precise control both in severe frost and during thawing. Promptly remove snow dirt from the contact patch.
PowerGrip KC11
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 14 – 20 Feet | 155 – 245 Feet | 50 – 77 Feet | 210 | 87 – 123 Feet | 545 – 1550 Feet |
Numerous spikes prevent dangerous sliding on the ice surface.
Velcro
Korean friction ramps provide reliable traction with a soft compound, many thin edges and a large footprint. Velcro includes almost the entire line of I'Zen (KW15, KW27, RV KC15), Marshal, WinterCraft WP (51, 71). Real reviews about Kumho tires and tests confirm that in severe frosts (below -25 оC) Velcro performance is higher in slush and loose snow than studded tires.
WinterCraft WS71 is a model with 3D lamellas reinforced with a side border. The tires provide excellent handling on icy surfaces and strong traction on snowy tracks.
WinterCraft WS71
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 15 – 21 Feet | 215 – 315 Feet | 35 – 75 Feet | 190 | 96 – 114 Feet | 710 – 1180 Feet |
The stingrays are predicted to perform well in urban environments, but not off-road.
WinterCraft WP71 is an HP class tire for passenger cars, equipped with multiple drainage inserts, rigid panels, and a symmetrical directional pattern.
WinterCraft WP71
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 16 – 19 Feet | 205 – 275 Feet | 35 – 65 Feet | 270 | 84 – 105 Feet | 500 – 925 Feet |
According to some drivers, on an icy road during high-speed driving and emergency maneuvers, a car on such wheels loses driving stability.
WinterCraft WP51 is a model for passenger cars. Wheels confidently keep on snow porridge, wet road. They have a V-shaped ornament, zigzag and cruciform grooves, 3D lamellas with sharp edges.
WinterCraft WP51
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 13 – 17 Feet | 145 – 235 Feet | 40 – 80 Feet | 240 | 74 – 102 Feet | 375 – 850 Feet |
Rubber dubeet at -10 оC, on the ice begins to slip.
WinterPortran CW51 - slopes for minibuses and special vehicles. Differ in the increased reliability, wear resistance. Equipped with different slats (wave in the center, 3D on the sides).
WinterPortran CW51
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 14 – 18 Feet | 165 – 265 Feet | 60 – 85 Feet | 190 | 89 – 121 Feet | 580 – 1450 Feet |
The spikes on the asphalt slip during braking.
Summer
Kumho summer tires from the Korean manufacturer are represented by Cargo Mate, Ecsta, Solus, Ecowing, Steel Radial, Road Venture, etc.
Sense KR26 is a tire for passenger cars with an optimized drainage system, many notches and sipes with different directions. Reinforced sidewalls allow you to secure maneuverability, and a special ring protects the tire from deformation when hitting a curb or stones. Drivers note the quietness, smooth running, stability of the model.
Sense KR26
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 12-17 | 155-235 | 50-80 | 190 | 73-102 | 365-850 |
Steering response on wet roads may be poor.
Solus HS51 is a premium model for lovers of aggressive high-speed driving. It has a reinforced structure, asymmetric tread pattern, powerful outer blocks. Instant removal of water from the coating spot is provided by four drainage channels.
Only HS51
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 15-18 | 185-245 | 40-65 | 270 | 78-104 | 426-900 |
Stones are hammered into the wide outer grooves, which then fly off into the fender liner. At speeds over 110 km/h, the car may lose control.
PowerMax 769 - slopes that guarantee precise grip on dry and wet roads. The successful carcass structure, together with the variable tread spacing, suppresses the level of noise during traffic, increasing ride comfort.
PowerMax 769
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 14-18 | 165-265 | 60-85 | 190 | 73-98 | 580-1450 |
At speeds over 130 km / h, this rubber may lose traction.
Ecowing ES01 KH27 - radial tires with soft sidewalls, optimized tread with longitudinal ring elements and rare sipes. Hydroplaning resistance is provided by deep channels.
Ecowing ES01 KH27
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 14-17 | 145-235 | 45-80 | 240 | 61-103 | 610-875 |
This rubber is durable, but at high speed does not suppress noise.
GrugenPremium is a high-end SUV model. Motorists note low noise, confident holding of the car even on a wet road.
Gruen Premium
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 15-20 | 205-275 | 45-70 | 240 | 95-111 | 690-1090 |
The high price confuses many, but it matches the quality.
All-season
Numerous reviews of Kumho tires indicate increased wear resistance and versatility. Rubber behaves equally well both on snow and on dry pavement. Soft on the reel, it does not tan in a slight frost.
The RoadVenture M/T KL71 is an off-road model with wide channels and interlocking slots. Large central blocks guarantee maximum stability on any trail. The two-layer frame will cope with off-road and prevent deformation.
RoadVenture M/T KL71
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 14-24 | 195-355 | 45-85 | 160 | 95-127 | 580-1450 |
This rubber is difficult to pass on a concrete road, poorly absorbs noise.
Solus KL21 is a tire that has a minimum coefficient of rotational resistance, which significantly increases the economy and environmental friendliness of a car. The pattern of the network of small sipes guarantees good traction in any weather. Maneuverability is provided by powerful sidewalls, and patency is provided by deep furrows that divert dirt and water.
Alone KL21
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 16-20 | 215-285 | 45-70 | 240 | 96-114 | 710-1180 |
The slopes are soft, silent, have good drainage and an interesting design.
Ecsta 711 is a model for lovers of active driving. Side sipes that lie in the same direction and straight grooves around the circumference make it easy to maneuver on wet roads. Rubber absorbs noise, differs in adaptability, elasticity, complete removal of moisture.
Ecsta 711
| Diameter, inch | Profile width, mm | Profile height | Max. speed km / h | Load index | Max. tire load, kg |
| 16-20 | 205-275 | 30-55 | 300 | 80-103 | 500-925 |
Very soft, wears out over the season even with a leisurely ride.
Kumho Tire Size Chart
On each Kumho tire, the manufacturer, regardless of the country of manufacture, indicates the Radial marking (radial cord), which allows you to choose the right rubber for each car.
| Summer and winter tires | ||||||||||
| R12 | 155/80 | |||||||||
| R13 | 155/70 | 175/70 | 185/60 | 205/60 | 175/60 | |||||
| R14 | 175/70 | 185/70 | 185/60 | 155/65 | 165/70 | 175/65 | 185/65 | 175/80 | 185/80 | 195/80 |
| R15 | 195/60 | 195/55 | 205/65 | 158/65 | 185/60 | 195/65 | 205/70 | 175/65 | 175/55 | 195/70 |
| R16 | 205/65 | 205/60 | 205/55 | 195/55 | 215/70 | 235-60 | 215/60 | 245/70 | 215/65 | 235/70 |
| R16 | 225/70 | 205/80 | 265/70 | 225/75 | 215/75 | |||||
| R17 | 235/55 | 215/50 | 225/55 | 225/50 | 225/45 | 215/55 | 225/65 | 215/65 | 215/60 | 235/65 |
| R17 | 255/65 | 235/60 | 275/65 | 235/45 | 225/60 | 265/65 | ||||
| R17.5 | 205/65 | |||||||||
| R18 | 225/40 | 245/45 | 225/45 | 255/55 | 225/60 | 225/55 | 235/60 | 265/60 | 235/65 | 285/60 |
| R19 | 225/55 | 235/55 | ||||||||
| R19.5 | 305/70 | |||||||||
| R20 | 275/45 | 315/35 | 275/40 | |||||||
| R21 | 275/45 | 295/35 | ||||||||
| R22 | 275/40 | 285/45 | ||||||||
| R22.5 | 295/80 | 315/80 | 385/65 | |||||||
| R24 | 305/35 | |||||||||
Owner feedback
On different sites, owner reviews of Kumho tires are radically different. For example, Eksta HC51 rubber, according to some motorists, is silent, soft, affordable, stable, with good cross-country ability.
Reviews about tires "Kumho"
Another popular brand Solus SA01 KH32 is valued by drivers for its reliability and durability.
Opinion about "Kumho"
However, there are also negative conclusions from real buyers:
What the owners say about Kumho
Tire manufacturer Kumho produces models for all types of cars. Rubber provides a comfortable, soft, safe ride in any weather at different times of the year. Among the shortcomings, some drivers note relative noise, inability to maneuver on a concrete road, low grip at high speeds.
