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Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S
Cutting corners, making compromises, half measures. None of these describe the Bridgestone Potenza RE980 AS.
If you want a thrill-inducing, all-season sport tire, the Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S is packed with features specially designed for improved grip and performance.
The Potenza RE980 AS is Bridgestone’s flagship tire that has been newly engineered for improved performance in all weather conditions. Take on roads coated in water and light snow thanks to the snow ridge walls built into the circumferential grooves and the full-depth sipes, all of which work together to giving you wet and winter grip that won't compromise your dry weather thrill rides.
Get even more grip in rainy conditions—now made with 20% more see-through void and open shoulder slots, the Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S is better than ever at preventing hydroplaning.
Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S Features
- Trust all-season traction designed for wet and light snow conditions thanks to the reinforced snow ridge walls and 3D full-depth sipes
- Enjoy the thrills of high-performance all-season driving thanks to the wide shoulder blocks and semi-solid center rib, which provide precise steering feedback
- Make safety a priority with an improved tread pattern designed to handle braking in wet conditions
Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S Treadwear and Warranty
Designed for responsive all-season performance and longevity, these Bridgestone Potenza tires are backed by a 50,000-mile limited treadwear warranty.
But if you want the most robust protection available for your new Bridgestone Potenza RE980 A/S tire, consider investing in our exclusive and industry-leading Certificates.
If you do, your new tires will be covered down to 3/32″ of wear. And in the extremely unlikely event these tires sustain damage that can't be repaired, you'll get a brand new replacement.
(You can add our Certificate coverage in the cart of your order).
Who says you can't have it all? Get responsive performance and all-season reliability when you ride on a set of Bridgestone Potenza RE980 AS tires.
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADE (UTQG)Uniform Tire Quality Grade
| SECTION WIDTH Measures the width of the tire from sidewall to sidewall, which is mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 205 - 295 |
| ASPECT RATIO Determines the sidewall height of the tire, based on the width. | 30 - 55 |
| RIM DIAMETER Measures the rim size from top to bottom (in inches). | 16" - 20" |
| OVERALL DIAMETER Measures the tire height from top to bottom when mounted on a wheel and inflated. | 24.7" - 28.7" |
| RIM WIDTH RANGE The approved range of rim widths this tire can be safely mounted on. | 5.5" - 11.0" |
| WEIGHT The weight of the tire measured in pounds (weight of tire only). | 23.0 LBS - 34.0 LBS |
| TREAD DEPTH Measured in /32 of an inch to determine the height of the tread block from top to bottom. | 10/32" |
| LOAD INDEX Determines the weight a tire can carry at maximum air pressure. See load Index chart. | 91 - 106 |
| LOAD RANGE Determines the ply rating of the tire. Should be replaced with the same or higher rating. | SL - XL |
| MAX PSI The max psi is the highest pressure the tire can hold, but should be inflated to your vehicle specifications not exceeding this amount. | 50 PSI - 51 PSI |
| SPEED RATING Designation from laboratory testing to determine the maximum speed the tire can travel. Maintain the same speed rating or higher for replacement. | W - Up to 168 mph |
| SIDEWALL DESC. The sidewall designation to describe the lettering on the sidewall. | Black Side Wall |
| WARRANTY Estimates the life expectancy of the tire, set by the tire manufacturer. | 50000 |
| VPN Vendor Product Number | 000112 - 004338 |