Petlas Glacier W661
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Value, average: 27
Key Facts
- Year Released: 2019 New
- Regions for sale: USA+, Canada
Manufacturer's description
The Petlas Glacier W661 is a performance winter tire designed for passenger vehicles. Specifically engineered for snowy and icy road conditions, the W661 delivers precise handling, short braking distances, and reliable performance in harsh winter weather. Its optimized profile ensures consistent ground contact, even in extreme conditions.
Features & Benefits
- Precise Handling: Designed to maintain control and stability on icy and snow-covered roads, ensuring confidence in winter conditions.
- Short Braking Distance: Provides reliable stopping power on snow and ice for enhanced safety.
- Optimized Profile: Maintains consistent ground contact, delivering superior grip and performance in extreme winter weather.
- Proven Performance: Extensively tested in Finland’s challenging weather and road conditions to ensure reliability in the harshest environments.
Year Released
The Petlas Glacier W661 was launched in 2019.
Regions Availability
This tire is available in the United States and Canada.
Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments
The Petlas Glacier W661 is suitable for passenger vehicles frequently driven in snowy and icy conditions. Popular fitments include:
- Toyota Corolla
- Honda Accord
- Mazda 3
- Volkswagen Jetta
- Nissan Altima
- Hyundai Sonata
- Kia Optima
Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.
Final Thoughts
The Petlas Glacier W661 is an excellent choice for drivers facing harsh winter weather conditions. Its ability to provide precise handling, short braking distances, and consistent ground contact ensures safety and confidence on icy and snow-covered roads. Tested and proven in Finland, this tire is a reliable solution for winter driving in the USA and Canada.
Notable Features
Petlas Glacier W661 Latest News
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Oct 18, 2020Article
Test World 2020: Winter Tire Test R16
The Finnish organization ran a comparative test of 21 studded and friction winter tires. -
Oct 17, 2020Tire Test 2020
Test World: Winter Tire Test R16
Ranked #19th of 21. Petlas Glacier W661Verdict:Positive: Very high braking efficiency on wet and dry pavement. Very quick and accurate steering response on wet pavement (almost like summer tires); on dry pavement the situation is even better.
Negative: Very weak traction on ice. The tires can suddenly go into a skid, taking forever to recover grip and bring the car to a standstill. When cornering on snow, the tires on the front axle quickly lose grip, after which the rear wheels go into a skid as well. Insufficient road holding ability. -
Jan 14, 2020Article
Petlas Glacier W661
Presented in the end of 2019, Petlas Glacier W661 is a passenger car winter tire with a studless directional tread pattern, which, according to the Turkish manufacturer,…
Detailed Information
Type and Size
- Tire Model
- Petlas / Glacier W661
- Car Type
- Season
- Winter
- Rim Diameter
- 17 "
- Width
- 215 / 225 mm
- Aspect Ratio
- 45 / 50 %
- Construction
- Radial
Special Features
- Runflat
- No
- Mud and Snow
- No
- Extra Load
- No
Speed and Load
- Speed Index
- T (max 118 mph)
- Load Index (max load for a tire)
Petlas / Glacier W661 Sizes & Specifications
Rim | Model | Size | Index | Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
R17 | 215/50 R17 95T | 215/50 R17 | 95T | |
R17 | 225/45 R17 94T | 225/45 R17 | 94T | |
R17 | 225/50 R17 98T | 225/50 R17 | 98T |
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Questions and Answers
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Oct 18, 2020Article
Test World 2020: Winter Tire Test R16
The Finnish organization ran a comparative test of 21 studded and friction winter tires. -
Oct 17, 2020Tire Test 2020
Test World: Winter Tire Test R16
Ranked #19th of 21. Petlas Glacier W661Verdict:Positive: Very high braking efficiency on wet and dry pavement. Very quick and accurate steering response on wet pavement (almost like summer tires); on dry pavement the situation is even better.
Negative: Very weak traction on ice. The tires can suddenly go into a skid, taking forever to recover grip and bring the car to a standstill. When cornering on snow, the tires on the front axle quickly lose grip, after which the rear wheels go into a skid as well. Insufficient road holding ability. -
Jan 14, 2020Article
Petlas Glacier W661
Presented in the end of 2019, Petlas Glacier W661 is a passenger car winter tire with a studless directional tread pattern, which, according to the Turkish manufacturer,…