SP Sport MAXX GT
Outstanding dry handling for the ultimate drive.
With brand new compound technology from Dunlop Motorsport and the latest asymmetric tread design, the SP Sport Maxx GT delivers outstanding dry handling and unparalleled road feedback, bringing your car to life. Ideal for specialist ultra high performance cars.
Slash your lap times with SP Sport Maxx GT*
Dunlop's test driver took out a handling test to check the outstanding dry performance of the new SP Sport Maxx GT. Fitted to the same car as two of its main competitors, SP Sport Maxx GT reduced lap times by 1sec. per lap (on a 2.1km test track). The test driver was not aware of the brand he was driving on.
Rim Sizes: 18" - 19"
Speed Ratings: Y and Z
| Feature | Effect | Driver benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Racing compound with highly refined carbon black | Enhanced dry grip | Outstanding dry handling |
| Optimised design with, asymmetric tread and lower tread profile | Stiffer tread blocks and more of the tyre in contact with the road | Outstanding road feedback Superior cornering stability at high speed |
| Stiffer tyre wall | Less flexing when cornering | More stability when cornering |
| Multi Radius Tread | Optimised curvature across the tread delivering more of the tyre on more of the road more of the time. | Outstanding dry handling and road feedback combined with a smoother ride through the corner |
| Bead optimised | Tighter fit between tyre and rim | Quicker communication of road feedback meaning enhanced steering precision |
| Overlay bandage contains heat resistant Aramide | Prevents heat build up and expansion of the tyre at very high speed | Maintains performance at high speed |
* This is based on an internal test, November 2006, and maybe challenged by other manufacturers. Tested tire size: 235/45 R18 front, 255/35 R18 rear on Mercedes C Class 280; testing methodology: 5 times laps on the handling circuit of the test & proving ground at Idiada (Spain, close to Barcelona); Driver have not been aware which tires were mounted on the car
| Fitment | Family | LSI | Pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| 245/40R18 | SP Sport Maxx GT | 97 Y | 245/40ZR18 SP SPORTMAXX GT(97Y)XL MFS T1 |
| 235/40R18 | SP Sport Maxx GT | 95 Y | 235/40ZR18 SP SPORTMAXX GT (95Y) XL MFS1 |
| 255/35R18 | SP Sport Maxx GT | 94 Y | 255/35ZR18 SP SPORTMAXX GT (94Y) XL MFS1 |
| 255/40R19 | SP Sport Maxx GT | Z | 255/40ZR19 SP SPORTMAXX GT XL MFS TL 1 |
| 285/35R19 | SP Sport Maxx GT | Z | 285/35ZR19 SP SPORTMAXX GT MFS TL 1 |
| 235/35R19 | SP Sport Maxx GT | Z | 235/35ZR19 SP SPORTMAXX GT XL MFS TL 1 |
| 285/35R18 | SP Sport Maxx GT | 101 Y | 285/35ZR18 SP SPORTMAXX GT (101Y) XL MF1 |
| 295/30R19 | SP Sport Maxx GT | 100 Y | 295/30ZR19 SP SPORTMAXX GT (100Y) XL MF1 |
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