Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT
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Value, average: 27
Key Facts
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Run-flat model
Original tire model: 🏁 Bridgestone / Potenza RE960AS Pole Position - Available Sizes in Line: 17
- Year Released: 2011
- Regions for sale: USA+, Canada, Europe, Russia+, East Asia
Summary
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Description
The Potenza RE960AS Pole Position is designed to give premium sports car owners a tire that combines all season capabilities and high performance. Optimized for traction, this tire adapts and performs when the weather changes.
- Equipped with run-flat technology
- High performance handling
- 40,000 mile limited treadwear warranty
- All-season performance
Bridgestone Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Latest News
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Aug 23, 2012Video
Tested: Performance All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Tire Rack
Most run-flat tires are summer tires developed for O.E. use on global vehicle makes/models. But several manufacturers have responded to the needs of North American drivers with run-flat tires that promise year-round traction. We tested favorites from the High Performance All-Season and Ultra High Performance All-Season categories to see if they deliver on their promise.
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Nov 04, 2011Video
Tested: 3rd Gen. Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT
The Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT is the first non-O.E.M. tire line to feature Bridgestone's 3G run-flat design. It also uses the same tread pattern and compound as the non-run-flat Potenza RE960AS Pole Position.
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Mar 30, 2011Video
The Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT
Detailed Information
Type and Size
- Tire Model
- Bridgestone / Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT
- Car Type
- Season
- All Season
- Rim Diameter
- 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 "
- Width
- 195 / 205 / 225 / 245 / 255 / 275 / 285 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 %
- Construction
- Radial
Special Features
- Runflat
- Yes
- Mud and Snow
- No
- Extra Load
- No
Speed and Load
- Speed Index
- H (max 130 mph) ... W (max 168 mph)
- Load Index (max load for a tire)
Bridgestone / Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT Sizes & Specifications
| Rim | Model | Size | Index | Features | Tread depth | Sidewall styling | Tire weight | Overall diameter | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R16 | 195/55 R16 87W Runflat | 195/55 R16 | 87W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 25.0 | 24.41 | |
| R16 | 205/55 R16 91H Runflat | 205/55 R16 | 91H | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 28.0 | 24.88 | |
| R17 | 205/45 R17 84W Runflat | 205/45 R17 | 84W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 23.0 | 24.25 | |
| R17 | 225/45 R17 91W Runflat | 225/45 R17 | 91W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 27.0 | 24.96 | |
| R17 | 225/55 R17 97W Runflat | 225/55 R17 | 97W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 34.0 | 26.77 | |
| R17 | 245/45 R17 89W Runflat | 245/45 R17 | 89W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 31.0 | 25.67 | |
| R17 | 255/40 R17 94W Runflat | 255/40 R17 | 94W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 29.0 | 25.04 | |
| R18 | 225/40 R18 88W Runflat | 225/40 R18 | 88W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 25.0 | 25.08 | |
| R18 | 245/40 R18 93W Runflat | 245/40 R18 | 93W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 30.0 | 25.71 | |
| R18 | 245/45 R18 96W Runflat | 245/45 R18 | 96W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 33.0 | 26.65 | |
| R18 | 245/50 R18 100W Runflat | 245/50 R18 | 100W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 38.0 | 27.68 | |
| R18 | 255/35 R18 90W Runflat | 255/35 R18 | 90W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 29.0 | 25.0 | |
| R18 | 275/35 R18 95W Runflat | 275/35 R18 | 95W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 32.0 | 25.55 | |
| R18 | 275/40 R18 94W Runflat | 275/40 R18 | 94W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 35.0 | 26.65 | |
| R19 | 245/45 R19 98W Runflat | 245/45 R19 | 98W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 35.0 | 27.68 | |
| R19 | 275/40 R19 101W Runflat | 275/40 R19 | 101W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 37.0 | 27.68 | |
| R19 | 285/35 R19 99W Runflat | 285/35 R19 | 99W | Runflat | 11.0 | BW | 36.0 | 26.89 |
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Questions and Answers
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Aug 23, 2012Video
Tested: Performance All-Season Run-Flat Tires | Tire Rack
Most run-flat tires are summer tires developed for O.E. use on global vehicle makes/models. But several manufacturers have responded to the needs of North American drivers with run-flat tires that promise year-round traction. We tested favorites from the High Performance All-Season and Ultra High Performance All-Season categories to see if they deliver on their promise.
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Nov 04, 2011Video
Tested: 3rd Gen. Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT
The Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT is the first non-O.E.M. tire line to feature Bridgestone's 3G run-flat design. It also uses the same tread pattern and compound as the non-run-flat Potenza RE960AS Pole Position.
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Mar 30, 2011Video
The Potenza RE960AS Pole Position RFT