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Continental Tire Launches New 19.5" Tires
The First in Their Generation 5 Tire Line
FORT MILL, S.C. – November 2, 2023. Continental, one of the largest tire and automotive technology suppliers in the world, is introducing to its truck tire portfolio new 19.5-inch rim-size drive and steer tires developed with the needs of Class 4 and 5 vehicles in mind.
The Conti HSR 5 and Conti HDR 5 tires were developed in Fort Mill, SC, produced in the Mount Vernon, IL plant facility, and tested in the company’s Proving Grounds in Uvalde, TX.
Designed specifically for class 4 and 5 vehicles these tires should fit a variety of vehicles and meet the needs of different vocations. Most commonly the Class 4 and 5 vehicle market consists of ambulances, large recreational trucks, utilities, and last-mile delivery vehicles.
Considering many of the Class 4 and 5 vehicles travel both on highways and urban roads in all types of climates, a tire that can fit these various terrains is needed. The Conti HSR 5 and Conti HDR 5 were designed with those factors in mind.
Both tires are for regional applications and deliver improved rolling resistance and durability. They are Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified (3PMSF) and have been selected by Ford in the 19.5-inch size as the OE fitments for its new 2024 Ford F450 and F550.
The Conti HSR 5 is a regional, all-position tire that has full-width siping for improved traction and handling during the life of the tire.
The Conti HDR 5 is a regional drive tire with a new open shoulder tread pattern. It also features 3D-matrix siping for improved traction and wear over the life of the tire. It is available in tire size 225/70R19.5, load range G, at a 16/32-inch tread depth.
Commitment to Integrated Solutions
The Conti HDR 5 and Conti HSR 5 come with matching retreads to extend the life of the tires. In keeping with Continental’s promise for a more sustainable future, each tire can also come from the Continental Plant as an intelligent tire, equipped with Gen2 sensors.
Continental’s digital monitoring system, ContiConnect, allows fleets to monitor the health of their tires from the road, anytime, anywhere, or every night upon returning to the fleet’s yard. Since many of these vehicles work in environments that take them to construction sites, or in off-road situations monitoring a tire’s health informs if there is a nail in the tire and then preventing downtime.
With our Generation 5 tires, we are also taking services to the next level. Generation 5 is the new era of confidence for truck and bus tires.
In other cases, such as ambulances monitoring a tire’s health has another meaning: saving lives. Since these vehicles respond to emergent situations having properly inflated is vital to them being able to perform their jobs.
By partnering with Continental, a fleet has access to an integrated solutions provider. From performance-proven tires, sustainable retreads, and tire monitoring systems to ensure a tire’s health, Continental gives confidence at every turn.
“The new Gen5 tires set a new bar in performance for our customers and their fleets. With intelligent tire capabilities fleet owners can monitor the life of their tires each time the fleet returns to the yard with ContiConnect Yard or from the road with ContiConnect Live,” said Shaun Uys, Head of US Market Truck Tire Replacement for Continental.
General Tire 19.5s
In addition to the Conti HSR 5 and Conti HDR 5, Continental also released two new 19.5s to their General Tire lineup. The General RA 2 is a regional all-position tire used for regional/urban applications. The General RD 2 is a regional drive tire used for regional/urban applications.
Both tires were designed with durability and improved mileage in mind and are used for pick-up and delivery and on/off-highway use. The General RA 2 features a closed shoulder tread pattern that provides even wear and reduced noise. The General RD 2 has an aggressive tread design to deliver traction in any weather condition.
Complete Lineups of 19.5s
In addition to the Conti HSR 5 and Conti HDR 5 tires, Continental has a complete lineup of 19.5-inch tires that range from regional tires made for wintery conditions to off-road tires and super regional tires. These tires include the Conti Hybrid HD3 and Conti Hybrid HS 3, Conti Scandinavia HD3, and Conti Terra HD3.
At Continental, we believe manufacturing our products locally is a key driver behind many of our Vision 2030 strategic initiatives. With over 80% of our truck tires produced right here in the USA for local customers, we remain committed to our local economy, environment, and end-users. Read more
About Continental
Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company offers safe, efficient, intelligent, and affordable solutions for vehicles, machines, traffic, and transportation. In 2019, Continental generated sales of €44.5 billion and currently employs about 240,000 people in 59 countries and markets.
The tire business area has 24 production and development locations worldwide. Continental is one of the leading tire manufacturers with more than 56,000 employees and posted sales of €11.7 billion in 2019 in this business area. Continental ranks among the technology leaders in tire production and offers a broad product range for passenger cars, commercial and special vehicles, as well as two-wheel. Through continuous investment in research & development, Continental makes a major contribution to safe, cost-effective, and ecologically efficient mobility. The portfolio of the Tires business area includes services for the tire trade and fleet applications, as well as digital management systems for tires.
Press Contact
Alison Bowker
Marketing Communications Manager
Truck Tire
Continental Tire the Americas
1830 MacMillan Park Drive
Fort Mill, SC 29707
+1 (839) 214-6732