Tires



Potenza RE050

Original equipment on many high-performance vehicles, the Potenza RE050 is built for the pleasure of driving. This tire comes loaded with race-proven technology: UNI-T for outstanding wet and dry traction, a tread pattern that promotes rapid water evacuation, variable dimensions in the tread blocks, and the smoother shape to reduce road noise. Put this Potenza through its paces and discover what ultra-high performance really means.

Technology

Category: Performance
Segment: Ultra High Performance Tires
Brand: Bridgestone
Model: Potenza RE050

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UTQG Rating

TREADWEAR 140

TRACTION A

TEMPERATURE A

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SPEED RATING

Q
99
mph

R
106
mph

S
112
mph

T
118
mph

U
124
mph

H
130
mph

V
149
mph

Z
149+
mph

W
168
mph

Y
186
mph

(Y)
186+
mph

Features and Benefits

Feature: Innovative Roundness - Rounder Is Better
Benefit: Rounder overall tire shape provides better balance for wet or dry handling.
Feature: Spiral Wrap
Benefit: Spiral Wrap is a continuous nylon wrap that encircles the whole tire, helping the tire hold its original shape to improve high speed capability.
Feature: Rim Guard
Benefit: A raised rubber ridge acts like a bumper to protect wheels from curb damage.
Feature: Innovative Tire Design - A Comprehensive Tire Design Method
Benefit: This method improves handling in wet or dry conditions and reduces irregular treadwear by combining an ideal tread design, casing shape, materials and construction.
Feature: Innovative Compound - Longer Is Stronger
Benefit: L.L. Carbon utilizes a special form of molecular re-engineered carbon black, a key factor in improving tire wear while enhancing wet performance.

Technology Information






Warranty Information

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Detailed Tire Specifications

Available
Sizes
Speed
Rating
Technology Mileage
215/45R17WUNI-T-
225/45R17WUNI-T-
225/45R17WUNI-T-
225/45R17WUNI-T-
245/45R17WUNI-T-
245/45R17WUNI-T-
215/40R17YUNI-T-
245/40R17WUNI-T-
225/50R18WUNI-T-
245/45R18YUNI-T-
245/45R18 XLYUNI-T-
255/45R18YUNI-T-
275/45R18YUNI-T-
225/40R18YUNI-T-
255/40R18YUNI-T-
265/40R18YUNI-T-
265/40R18 XLYUNI-T-
255/40R19 XLZUNI-T-
255/40R19 XLYUNI-T-
275/40R19YUNI-T-
275/40R19 XLZUNI-T-

SAFETY WARNING: Serious injury may result from tire failure due to underinflation/overloading. Follow owner's manual and tire placard in vehicle.