Gary - question regarding load range/load index
 

Gary,

I am a bit confused with load range and load index. From what I understand, a load range XL means that the sidewall have been a bit reinforced and that the max load is reached at a higher psi. With that being said, if two tires have the same load index and one is marked XL and the other one is not, does that make a difference?

For instance, if some OE tires were XL and had a load index of let's say 99. Could I replace them with tires that have a load index of 99 but are standard load?

Thanks.

Theoretically there should be little difference as long as the tires are the same brand and model of tire, but please post the exact situation so we can advice on your specific case rather than speak in broad general terms.

Gary,

Thanks This was just a general question in regards to my understanding of the load index versus the load range.