Top 4 best Matador models, reviews of Velcro tires "Matador"
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The company was one of the first to introduce the studless technology and receive feedback on the Matador winter Velcro tires. Met with dismay. tires over time began to win the favor of drivers
The Slovak manufacturer of rubber for cars is familiar to Russian buyers. With the growing popularity, drivers are interested in Matador winter non-studded tires: they are studying reviews, operating parameters, and standard sizes.
Car tire Matador MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van winter
Owners of minibuses and light commercial vehicles have plenty to choose from: the manufacturer has released 19 sizes of tires Matador MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van.
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There are four longitudinal ribs on the tread of heavy duty tires. The middle ones have a rare sinusoidal shape, which brings advantages to the product:
- predictable controllability;
- straight course stability;
- large contact patch with many sharp grip edges.
The ribs are located at a considerable distance from each other, which makes it possible to capture and divert large masses of water and melted snow from under the wheels. Numerous zigzag sipes contribute to resistance to aquaplaning and slushplanning.
The shoulder zones are composed of large free-standing blocks located across the movement. This guarantees excellent braking and smooth cornering.
Specifications:
| Diameter | R14 to R16 |
| Thorns | No |
| Tread width | From 165 235 up |
| Profile height | From 60 80 up |
| Load parameter | 89 ... 121 |
| Wheel load | 580 ... 1450 |
| Recommended speed index km/h | N, Q, R, T |
Price - 3 rubles.
Car tire Matador MP 50 Sibir Ice winter
An excellent example of rubber for passenger cars in winter under any weather and road conditions is the Matador MP 50 model. The developers proposed two tire options: a pattern with a double rib in the middle is typical for a small diameter, an expressive aggressive design is offered for large sizes.
Combines both options typically "winter" V-shaped tread with the advantages of excellent directional stability and a consistently large contact patch.
Shoulder zones demonstrate large rectangular checkers, limited in mobility by many multidirectional lamellae.
Matador MP 50
The rubber composition contains substances that prevent aging, promote the elasticity of rubber, which is noted by reviews of Matador winter non-studded tires.
Working parameters:
| Disc diameter | R13 to R17 |
| Tread width | From 175 235 up |
| Profile height | From 55 75 up |
| Load parameter | 82 ... 109 |
| Wheel load | 475 ... 1030 |
| Thorns | No |
| Possible speed km/h | T - 190 |
Price - from 2 rubles.
Car tire Matador MP 54 Sibir Snow M+S winter
The excellent traction and grip qualities of the model are due to the original polygonal tread blocks and sipes located at an acute angle to the direction of movement.
Technical data:
| Diameter | From R13, R17 |
| Tread width | From 165 185 up |
| Profile height | 65, 70 |
| Load parameter | 79 ... 86 |
| Wheel load | 437 ... 530 |
| Possible speed km/h | T - 190 |
| Thorns | No |
Price - from 2 rubles.
Tire Matador MP 55 winter
The symmetrical tread design of the model demonstrates four ribs, consisting of medium-sized free-standing blocks. The general V-shaped orientation of the pattern carries a reliable directional stability of the car, stable behavior on the roads.
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Deep through channels between the ribs, as well as grooves between the checkers and numerous lamellae, leave no chance for aquaplaning. Strong shoulder areas. characterized by a stepped arrangement of rectangular relief convex checkers, are involved in extreme maneuvering and braking.
Performance:
| Dimension | 205 / 55R16 |
| Load parameter | 91 |
| Wheel load | 615 |
| Possible speed km/h | T - 190 |
| Thorns | No |
Price - from 4 rubles.
Size table
Slovak tire manufacturers produce their products in several sizes, which makes it easier for car owners to choose.
Tire dimensions are summarized in the table:
| Diameter | Profile width and height |
| R13 | 175/70 |
| R14 | 175 / 70 175 / 65 |
| R15 | 195/70 185/65 185/60 195/65 195/55 195/60 |
| R16 | 185/75 215/70 235/70 205/60 205/55 225/65 |
| R17 | 225/45 245/45 225/50 225/55 235/55 |
| R18 | 235/55 |
Reviews car owners
The considered options for winter tires come from the factory without studs. This design, unusual for motorists, is called friction rubber - Velcro. The absence of hook elements is not the only difference between the two types of seasonal tires. The main thing that characterizes friction rubber is the composition of the mixture, which makes the product more elastic, as well as unique thin and deep transverse lamellae.
The company was one of the first to introduce the studless technology and receive feedback on the Matador winter Velcro tires. Met with dismay. tires over time began to win the favor of drivers. However, reviews about Velcro tires "Matador" are often diametrically opposed:
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The statements of biased drivers are collected on several resources. Despite the conflicting opinion, the conclusions about the strengths of tires are as follows:
- the appearance of products and the quality of workmanship are high;
- directional stability of the car is kept well;
- steering response is fast;
- traction and braking properties are excellent;
- rubber retains elasticity with a large minus on the thermometer;
- the drainage system is highly developed, slopes are good at shoveling snow.
Analyzing reviews of Matador winter non-studded tires, you can also find disadvantages. Some drivers came across kits that are not balanced, someone's rubber burst already when pumping. Almost all users are dissatisfied with the control on the ice: they give three points out of five. But most car owners recommend the product for purchase.
