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PureSound15
10-28-2009, 02:16 PM
So - Joe and I have the NT05 on our cars, and I think it's a phenominal tire. Today they released the new "true drag radial" version - I'm psyched.

10/26/2009-- NITTO TIRE RELEASES ALL-NEW DRAG-SPECIFIC RADIAL: NT05R

Nitto Tire announces the release of its all-new D.O.T.-compliant competition drag radial, the NT05R. The NT05R is Nitto’s most aggressive drag radial designed for competition use. Nitto will officially debut the tire at this year’s SEMA show, held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from November 3 to 6, 2009. Visit Nitto at booth #46115 to see the tire. The NT05R will be available for purchase in the first quarter of 2010.

Nitto’s top priority during the development of the tire was to maximize traction. To achieve this, Nitto engineered an all-new specialized race compound and a large contact patch. The dual-purpose sidewall construction is enhanced for traction during launch as well as straight-line stability at the top-end. This improves consistency and controllability throughout the entire pass.

The NT05 will be available in popular 17- to 20-inch rim diameters designed for high-performance drag racing vehicles. Included in the size lineup is a P345/30R19, which is the world’s first 19-inch drag radial. Sizes will be released throughout 2010.

Coming Soon

Tire Size
P275/40R17 LL
P315/35R17 LL
P285/40R18 LL
P305/45R18 LL
P315/40R18 LL
P345/30R19 LL
P315/35R20 LL

http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg166/DTDForums/Nitto/NT05_3Quartercopy-1.jpg
juicedimpss
10-28-2009, 02:19 PM
that looks like a tire that MIGHT work almost as good as a M/T radial.
Josepy
10-28-2009, 02:19 PM
Fucking sweet. This has been the best tire I have ever put on my car.
PureSound15
10-28-2009, 02:25 PM
that looks like a tire that MIGHT work almost as good as a M/T radial.

I agree - but the "water channels" make them a bit safer for the long cruises that we do. I got caught in the rain last year with my Nittos and did fine - the time before with my BFGs I was all over the road.
WhatsADSM
10-28-2009, 02:35 PM
It will be interesting have some more competition for the ET Street radials... Lord knows the current 555r can't truly compete.
SSLEVO
10-28-2009, 02:35 PM
Kind of wierd sizes. No 16" for the f body guys on stock rims. Who the hell is going to use a 345/19???

Says they are designed for "competition use," who drag races with 20" rims, lol. Just something to think about.

Seems like they are designed for high HP blinged out street cars that want to hook at 45 instead of 60 like they do now:rolf
juicedimpss
10-28-2009, 02:43 PM
Kind of wierd sizes. No 16" for the f body guys on stock rims. Who the hell is going to use a 345/19???

Says they are designed for "competition use," who drag races with 20" rims, lol. Just something to think about.

Seems like they are designed for high HP blinged out street cars that want to hook at 45 instead of 60 like they do now:rolf

what size tire do the 2010 camaros take?
:confused
Josepy
10-28-2009, 02:46 PM
what size tire do the 2010 camaros take?
:confused

275 40 20 is whats on the camaros. so if you can get a 315 on it that will make tom happy
Smokey1226
10-28-2009, 03:49 PM
if the 275/40/17 is cheaper than $190 a tire then ill give em a try. But right now the Et STreet radial is hard to beat.
BOSS LX
10-28-2009, 04:21 PM
They look nice! When the are available, I will try them on the Saleen for sure!
WhatsADSM
10-28-2009, 04:27 PM
Yea pretty sure the large diameter sizes are for the modern "muscle" cars which frequently use 18" to 20" rims.
BlackLightning
10-28-2009, 06:38 PM
nice. they actually have some that fit the lightning rims too. my 555r's are nearing bald so I might try these over the MT's.
Flicktitty
10-28-2009, 06:42 PM
i can't believe they don't offer a DRAG RADIAL in a 15 or 16. weak.
SSLEVO
10-28-2009, 08:02 PM
i can't believe they don't offer a DRAG RADIAL in a 15 or 16. weak.

Thats pretty much what i was getting at, all the serious guys are going to be running 15's, maybe 16's. If they catch on i'm sure they will introduce more sizes.
Flicktitty
10-28-2009, 08:27 PM
Thats pretty much what i was getting at, all the serious guys are going to be running 15's, maybe 16's. If they catch on i'm sure they will introduce more sizes.

maybe they don't offer any in 15-16 cause everyone that REALLY needs too hook just run M/t's and they know they can't compete?
Reverend Cooper
10-28-2009, 08:39 PM
I agree - but the "water channels" make them a bit safer for the long cruises that we do. I got caught in the rain last year with my Nittos and did fine - the time before with my BFGs I was all over the road.
My bfg's are fine in the rain until they get bald like yours were.
SSLEVO
10-28-2009, 10:59 PM
maybe they don't offer any in 15-16 cause everyone that REALLY needs too hook just run M/t's and they know they can't compete?

Good point, either that or they are already on a full slick, lol.
Crawlin
10-29-2009, 07:15 AM
looks like the OLD bfg drag radial before they switched designs
http://abc.eznettools.net/adaptivestrategies/BF_Goodrich_G_Force_TA_Drag_Radial_TT.jpg
BAD LS1
10-29-2009, 08:12 AM
yeah i hope they come out witha size to fit mine, the only other option is the 555r in the 275/40/20
07ROUSHSTG3
10-29-2009, 08:25 AM
which one of those sizes would fit on my 18x10 rims?
GTSLOW
10-29-2009, 08:42 AM
285 or 315/40/18

What ya got on there now?
07ROUSHSTG3
10-29-2009, 08:53 AM
not sure what size the stock bfg's are.
HP ADDICT
10-30-2009, 01:48 PM
Kind of wierd sizes. No 16" for the f body guys on stock rims. Who the hell is going to use a 345/19???

Says they are designed for "competition use," who drag races with 20" rims, lol. Just something to think about.

Seems like they are designed for high HP blinged out street cars that want to hook at 45 instead of 60 like they do now:rolf

That just happens to be the biggest size you can fit on the stock rear wheels on a 06+ Z06! I will definitly have these!
SSLEVO
10-30-2009, 01:54 PM
That just happens to be the biggest size you can fit on the stock rear wheels on a 06+ Z06! I will definitly have these!

Haha, nice! In about 3 years when the civic lease is up i hope to pick up a C6Z. Hopefully they are in the high 30's by then.
eltness350
10-30-2009, 10:18 PM
i has 305's on my 10inch rim ans they fit fine, gonna have to give these a try after the mt et's go to $hit
HP ADDICT
10-31-2009, 12:51 AM
Haha, nice! In about 3 years when the civic lease is up i hope to pick up a C6Z. Hopefully they are in the high 30's by then.

Yeah they are definitly becoming a lot more affordable. Mine is a 07 that had a 78k sticker new. I got it with 10k on it in the mid 40s. I also got excellent trade in value for my 135i and good financing.