Real-world research & development give Mickey Thompson slicks the edge over competing brands. Engineered for maximum traction and consistent ETs with superior compounds/construction for nearly every drag race application.
Mickey Thompson Compound Ratings & Construction Codes
Medium
Soft
B1
M7
M5
R2
R1
L8
L7
M9
B2
L4
M2
Compounds General Application Suggestions:
L4 - For Dragsters, lightweight vehicles & vehicles without rear suspension
L8 - Good compound for general use
M5 - Good compound for general use
M7 - Good compound for general use
M9 - Aggressive compound for heavy cars, 3000+ lbs.
R1 - Special compound for ET Drag Radial
R2 - Special compound for ET Street Radial
M2 - For Jr. Dragsters
B1 - For motorcycles
B2 - For motorcycles
L7 - For motorcycles
Mickey Thompson Construction Codes:
ST - Suggested for manual transmissions (medium compound)
W - Extra tread width (actual tread & section width on spec sheet)
S - Stiff sidewall construction, aids in quicker reaction time due to less tire distortion