another winter tyres question

[herbie911]

The Michelin A4 Alpin do a H, V and Z rating for the 225/45 17
Does it matter if I want to save a few pennies and go for the H rated winter tyres!
Obviously I don't think I will do more than 70mph in this weather!
Thanks for replying!

[am1w]

I might be wrong, but I thought the Alpin Pilot PA3s are only available as 225/45 R18 94V.
The Primacy Pilot PA3s are available in the H speed rating.

Here are some sites.

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Michelin&tireModel=Primacy+Alpin+PA3

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires.jsp?tireMake=Michelin&tireModel=Pilot+Alpin+PA3

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?width=225%2F&ratio=45&diameter=17&type=W&VT=C

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/surveyresults/surveydisplay.jsp?width=225%2F&ratio=40&diameter=18&type=W&VT=C

http://www.rezulteo-tyres.co.uk/michelin-tyres/pilot-alpin-pa3-tyre/test-review-6318

[Hyperspace]

Winter tyres approved for a maximum speed lower than that of the vehicle may only be fitted if;

1. The maximum speed of these tyres is displayed in full view of the driver, e.g. on a clearly visible sticker on the dashboard, and;

2. The maximum tyre speed must not be exceeded.

Exception: Rule 1 does not apply to the UK.


Obviously, if one were to drive to the Continent on such tyres, it would be wise to be prepared and obtain a sticker beforehand.

[am1w]

Whoops  Herbie. Got the tyres types mixed up. Sorry.

[herbie911]

Thanks guys!
I think I will go for the cheaper option as long as it is safe and legal to do so!!