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Nankang CW-20



Description

The Nankang CW-20 is a summer-specific commercial van tire engineered for light trucks, vans, and campers. Designed for durability and cost efficiency, it prioritizes stability on highways and urban roads, with reinforced construction to withstand heavy loads. The tread pattern integrates four straight grooves for wet-weather safety and sipes to maintain flexibility in later wear stages.

Features & Benefits

  • Wet Weather Safety: Four longitudinal grooves channel water efficiently, reducing hydroplaning risk.
  • Enhanced Shoulder Rigidity: Reinforced shoulder blocks minimize irregular wear, extending tread life during long-distance driving.
  • Noise Reduction: Lateral grooves and optimized tread design lower air resonance noise for quieter rides.
  • Durable Construction: 6- to 10-ply ratings (depending on size) support heavy loads, ideal for commercial vans and campers.
  • Summer Compound: Optimized for warm-weather performance, balancing grip and wear resistance.

Year Released

Launched in 2009, the CW-20 remains a budget-focused option for commercial fleets and private van owners.

Regions Availability

Marketed primarily in Europe, Russia, and Oceania.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

Compatible with mid- to large-sized vans and light trucks, including:

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (215/65R16C)
  • Ford Transit (205/75R16C)
  • Volkswagen Crafter (235/65R16C)
  • Fiat Ducato (225/55R17C)
  • Renault Master (215/60R17C)

Note: Confirm fitment with a tire specialist or vehicle manufacturer.

Final Thoughts

The CW-20 suits fleet operators and van owners prioritizing affordability and basic summer performance. Its reinforced shoulders and groove design deliver reliable wet-weather handling and extended tread life, though it lacks winter certification (3PMSF) and struggles in cold or icy conditions. Noise levels are manageable for urban and highway use, but premium competitors offer superior refinement. A pragmatic choice for cost-conscious users in mild climates, but not ideal for year-round or extreme weather demands.


Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Nankang / CW-20
Car Type
Season
Summer
Rim Diameter
14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 20 "
Width
175 / 185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 mm
Aspect Ratio
45 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 / 70 / 75 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
No
Speed and Load
Speed Index
H (max 130 mph) ... T (max 118 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Nankang / CW-20 Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Price
R14 175/70 R14 95/93T 175/70 R14 95/93T
R14 175/70 R14 95T 175/70 R14 95T
R14 185/75 R14 102/100P 185/75 R14 102/100P
R14 185/75 R14 102/100R 185/75 R14 102/100R
R14 185/75 R14 102P 185/75 R14 102P
R14 205/70 R14 102/100P 205/70 R14 102/100P
R14 205/70 R14 102P 205/70 R14 102P
R15 205/65 R15 102/100T 205/65 R15 102/100T
R15 205/65 R15 102T 205/65 R15 102T
R15 205/70 R15 106/104S 205/70 R15 106/104S
R15 205/70 R15 106S 205/70 R15 106S
R15 215/65 R15 104/102T 215/65 R15 104/102T
R15 215/65 R15 104T 215/65 R15 104T
R15 215/70 R15 109/107S 215/70 R15 109/107S
R15 215/70 R15 109/107T 215/70 R15 109/107T
R15 215/70 R15 109S 215/70 R15 109S
R15 215/70 R15 109T 215/70 R15 109T
R16 175/75 R16 101/99R 175/75 R16 101/99R
R16 175/75 R16 101R 175/75 R16 101R
R16 185/75 R16 104/102R 185/75 R16 104/102R
R16 185/75 R16 104R 185/75 R16 104R
R16 195/60 R16 99/97H 195/60 R16 99/97H
R16 195/60 R16 99H 195/60 R16 99H
R16 195/65 R16 104/102T 195/65 R16 104/102T
R16 195/65 R16 104T 195/65 R16 104T
R16 195/75 R16 107/105R 195/75 R16 107/105R
R16 195/75 R16 107R 195/75 R16 107R
R16 205/65 R16 107/105T 205/65 R16 107/105T
R16 205/65 R16 107T 205/65 R16 107T
R16 205/75 R16 110/108R 205/75 R16 110/108R
R16 205/75 R16 110R 205/75 R16 110R
R16 205/75 R16 113/111R 205/75 R16 113/111R
R16 205/75 R16 113R 205/75 R16 113R
R16 215/60 R16 108/106T 215/60 R16 108/106T
R16 215/60 R16 108T 215/60 R16 108T
R16 215/65 R16 109/107T 215/65 R16 109/107T
R16 215/65 R16 109T 215/65 R16 109T
R16 215/70 R16 108/106T 215/70 R16 108/106T
R16 215/70 R16 108T 215/70 R16 108T
R16 215/75 R16 116/114S 215/75 R16 116/114S
R16 215/75 R16 116S 215/75 R16 116S
R16 225/65 R16 112/110S 225/65 R16 112/110S
R16 225/65 R16 112S 225/65 R16 112S
R16 235/65 R16 115/113R 235/65 R16 115/113R
R16 235/65 R16 115R 235/65 R16 115R
R16 235/65 R16 121/119R 235/65 R16 121/119R
R16 235/65 R16 121R 235/65 R16 121R
R17 215/60 R17 109/107N 215/60 R17 109/107N
R17 215/60 R17 109/107T 215/60 R17 109/107T
R17 215/60 R17 109T 215/60 R17 109T
R17 225/55 R17 109/107H 225/55 R17 109/107H
R17 225/55 R17 109H 225/55 R17 109H
R17 235/60 R17 117/115R 235/60 R17 117/115R
R17 235/60 R17 117R 235/60 R17 117R
R18 215/55 R18 109/107N 215/55 R18 109/107N
R18 215/55 R18 109N 215/55 R18 109N
R18 225/50 R18 107T 225/50 R18 107T
R18 225/50 R18 109/107N 225/50 R18 109/107N
R18 225/50 R18 109/107T 225/50 R18 109/107T
R18 225/50 R18 109T 225/50 R18 109T
R18 235/55 R18 117/115R 235/55 R18 117/115R
R18 235/55 R18 117R 235/55 R18 117R
R20 235/45 R20 117/115R 235/45 R20 117/115R

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