Description
Redesigned to surpass its predecessor in tread longevity and everyday driving comfort, the Michelin Defender2 provides dependable performance for modern passenger cars, crossovers, and minivans. Engineered to meet the demands of higher-torque vehicles and heavier crossover chassis, this standard touring tire delivers secure all-season traction in both wet and dry conditions. Advanced tread architecture works alongside noise-reducing pitch sequences to deliver a quiet cabin experience on long highway trips. By combining extended tread wear, dependable year-round braking, and smooth ride quality, it offers drivers total peace of mind for every daily commute.
Part Type
Tires
Features
- Delivers secure handling and wet braking performance in all weather conditions
- MaxTouch 2.0 technology evenly distributes contact forces for extended tread life
- Piano Noise Reduction Tuning optimizes tread pitch to minimize road noise for a quiet cabin experience
Specifications
- Product Attributes - Brand
- Michelin
- Product Attributes - Manufacturer's Part Number
- 78263
- Product Attributes - Part Type
- Tires
- Product Attributes - Product Line
- Michelin Defender 2 Tires
- Product Attributes - UPC
- 086699782632
- Product Attributes - Wheel Diameter
- 18 in.
- Product Attributes - Tire Size
- 235/55-18
- Product Attributes - Tire Weather Usage
- All-season
- Product Attributes - Tire Construction
- Radial
- Product Attributes - Sidewall Style
- Blackwall
- Product Attributes - UTQG Tread Wear Rating
- 840
- Product Attributes - Tire Diameter
- 28.10 in.
- Product Attributes - Section Width
- 9.60 in.
- Product Attributes - Minimum Recommended Wheel Width
- 6.50 in.
- Product Attributes - Maximum Recommended Wheel Width
- 8.50 in.
- Product Attributes - Directional
- No
- Product Attributes - Severe Snow Rated (3PMSF)
- No
- Product Attributes - Speed Rating
- H
- Product Attributes - Load Index
- 100
- Product Attributes - Asymmetrical Tread Pattern
- No
- Product Attributes - Traction Rating
- B
- Product Attributes - Temperature Rating
- B
- Product Attributes - Max Load Single (lbs.)
- 1,764 lbs.
- Product Attributes - Tread Depth
- 10.5/32 in.
- Product Attributes - DOT-Approved
- Yes
- Product Attributes - Run-Flat Technology
- No
- Product Attributes - Studdable Winter Tire
- No
- Product Attributes - Tube Required
- No
- Product Attributes - Weight
- 28.570 lbs.
- Product Attributes - Quantity
- Sold individually.
Reference Information
| Brand Name/s | Michelin |
|---|---|
| StreetFX SKU | mch78263 |
| SFX Item ID | 4139080 |
| Supplier Item Code | 4139080 |
| Manufacturer SKU | 78263 |
| Manufacturer UPC | 86699782632 |
| Alternative References | defender2, MHL-78263, 235/55R18, 100H |
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