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Michelin Defender LTX M/S - LT255/65R18/E 120R Tire

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Item # 972703
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  • Precise Specifications: This Michelin Defender LTX M/S tire is precisely sized at LT255/65R18, featuring a robust Load Range E, and is speed-rated R, indicating suitability for speeds up to 106 mph.
  • Enhanced Longevity: Incorporates an Evertread compound specifically formulated to deliver improved and extended tread life, especially under severe operating conditions.
  • Dependable Traction: Provides excellent grip and stability in challenging wet and snowy conditions, contributing to safer driving with reduced stopping distances on wet surfaces.
  • Efficient Performance: Utilizes MaxTouch Construction technology, designed to optimize fuel efficiency and potentially result in significant fuel savings throughout the tire's lifespan.
  • Vehicle Versatility: Engineered for a wide range of vehicles, including vans, shuttles, various pickup trucks, and sport utility vehicles (SUVs).
  • Standard Sidewall: Features a black sidewall design, providing a classic and understated aesthetic compatible with most vehicle styles.
Michelin Defender LTX M/S - LT255/65R18/E 120R Tire
Michelin Defender LTX M/S - LT255/65R18/E 120R Tire
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Improved tread life in severe conditions
Evertread™ compound helps the MICHELIN® Defender® LTX® M/S last 10% longer in severe conditions than the MICHELIN® LTX® M/S2.

Excellent wet and snow traction
Get shorter wet stopping distances and better snow traction than leading competitive long-warranty tires.

Eco-friendly and fuel efficient
MaxTouch Construction™ helps save you up to 65 gallons of fuel over the life of the tire, compared to a leading competitive tire.
 

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Specifications

Product Details
Tire Size: LT255/65R18E
Service Description: 120R
Sidewall: BSW
Material Number or MSPN: 10372
Rim Width (min. to max.): 7-9
Section Width: 10.2
Overall Diameter: 31
Tread Depth (32nds): 13.5
RPM: 670
Max Load (lbs.): 3085@80
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Tire Installation Package Includes:
  • Plus Members save ½ off on a set of 4
  • Tire Mounting
  • Free Lifetime Balance and Rotate
  • Free Lifetime Flat Repair
  • Road Hazard Protection (Excluding New York State)***
  • 4 Year Roadside Assistance

***Road hazard protection not available in New York for new tire purchase after 2/28/25

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Jun 3, 2026
Beach 5
5 out of 5 stars review

Excellent tread wear, last set went 80,500 miles.

Excellent replacement tire of the same prior Defender LTX M/S model which lasted 80,500 with no service issues. Tires ride great, are quiet, and have excellent traction. Unfortunately, the manufacture date on the tires is 4423 which means the 44th week of 2023, so the new tires were actually 2 and one half years past their manufacture date when sold and installed.

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Mar 30, 2026
CadiDrvr
5 out of 5 stars review

Could be Michelin's best tire

Could be Michelin's best tire. OEM on parents '03 GMC Envoy. I normally am not a fan of OEM tires, but these were exceptional. When replacement time came, local tire shop (and Michelin experts) recommended that these tires were still the best option. Just replaced those, as my parents don't drive nearly as much in their advanced age and the tires were starting to show signs of dry rot, which I've read is normal with Michelin's high mileage tires as they just don't wear out! These newest ones are probably the best Michelin tires, and I speak from experience. Another vehicle was supplied OEM with Primacy Tours, which were trash, and I replaced with the Defender2 and while better, aren't the equal of the Defender LTX! I have another vehicle with Pilot Sport All Season 4s which might be slightly better than the Defender LTX, but I have to knock them a point as I can't get 20k miles on them. But they ARE a high performance tire, and phenomenal! The Defender LTX is incredibly quiet, smooth, and resists hydroplaning and tramlining. Haven't bee drven in the snow, but considering how excellent they are in the other 3 seasons, I'm confident they'd perform just fine in the snow. Highly recommend!

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Jan 12, 2022
CWard
5 out of 5 stars review

Buying Another Set!

2015 F-150 XLT SuperCab. Photos are of the tires 4 years and 80,250 miles later. Rotated them with every other oil change. They would probably go another 10,000! Driven in snow, heavy rain, construction sites, and have pulled trailers. Even wear, quiet, and great in rain and during quick braking. Buying another set this week.

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