Thread: Wheels/Tyres: - Which 185/80 R14 tyres do you use?
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Old Jan 23rd, 2019, 15:37   #28
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AHKV - what's the permitted back axle load on your 240? For an estate originally equipped with 185/80 R14, I think it's 1140 or 1160 kg.

175/80 R14 usually have a load capacity of 560 kg (Load Index 88). In which case these tyres, are just almost, legal for the car . . .
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