Purchased a set of 4 of these for an 04 Sprinter Van that's got some weight in it 24/7. I own 3 of these Sprinters. Other 2 have Michelins. All I can say is this Terramax HLT turned my van into a bass boat. It sways like a boat. It scared the heck outta me. It used to corner and handle like a sports car (even weighted down with plumbing supplies) now it feels like the whole van is just gonna drift right off the road when I hit an unexpected curve. If I could send them back I would in a heartbeat. I absolutely DESPISE them. Ill never buy from this company again. Don't think I'm a Michelin snob, because I bought all my vans used, and all but this one still have the original tires from the original owner which was a nationwide health business. I ran Firestone Transforce on my other plumbing vans, and Ive ran some really economy tires as well. Ive never had a bad set of tires till I got these. If you're vehicle is weighted, RETHINK these!!!
Sailun Terramax HLTReviews
SimpleScore™
Our proprietary rating system
for the modern tire buyer.
7.7
Good
Score breakdown:
7.4
Long lasting
Good
8.2
Handling
Great
7.8
Traction
Good
9 reviews
9 on SimpleTire4.3
overall rating
78%
Would you buy again?
Review breakdown
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Chinese tire company Sailun has set up logistics centers and sales networks in North America, as well as other international markets. The Sailun Terramax HLT is a premium all-season tire that’s designed to be used on SUVs and light trucks. It is characterized by a stable and quiet ride, all-season traction and long-lasting tread life, allowing an average Simple Score of 7.5. Built for cruising on highways, this all-season tire makes use of environment-friendly materials and processes. Apart from the above, a limited manufacturer warranty is also on offer for this affordable tire. To find out if it is the right fit for your vehicle or not, go through this Sailun Terramax HLT review until the end.
Features and Benefits
Rubber compounds are instrumental in determining a tire’s tread life, and the ones in Sailun Terramax HLT ensure enhanced wear characteristics. Although ride comfort is not the best, it is pretty good for a tire in this segment. We noticed effective noise reduction from the tread pattern during our Sailun Terramax HLT review test. Below is the list of features and benefits for this tire:
- Enhances tread life- This tire is made with a special tread compound which enhances tread life and provides great year-round traction.
- Warranty available- A 50,000 mile limited manufacturer warranty is available here. When you consider the high tread life as well, this tire becomes eligible for an average longevity SimpleScore of 7.2.
- Quiet and stable- The tread pattern on the Terramax HLT lowers road noise and ensures stability.
- Consistent traction- More rubber on the road here leads to consistent traction and four wide grooves remove water from the tread to provide hydroplaning resistance. Based on the above, we have awarded 8.0 as the average traction SimpleScore.
- Good handling- While more rubber on the road leads to better handling, the H speed rating ensures your vehicle can move fast. An average handling SimpleScore of 8.3 can be expected here. You can expect a high level of dry and wet performance.
- Environmentally sustainable- These tires are made using environment-friendly materials, making them suitable for regular use over several years.
Pros and Cons
The special tire compound is responsible for various positive characters and is one of the standout features of this tire. This tire is made using environment-friendly materials and generates traction across all seasons. Ensure you make the most of this tire by knowing about its pros and cons:
PROS:
- Good handling
- Long tread life
- Quiet ride
- Backed by a limited manufacturer warranty of 50,000 miles
- Good wet and dry performance
- Eco-friendly design and construction
CONS:
- Not meant for high performance vehicles or coupes and sedans
- Wet weather cornering performance could be better
- Should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions
SimpleTire’s view on Sailun Terramax HLT tires
A premium highway tire can be a great option to feel comfortable while driving SUVs and light trucks over long distances. Sailun Terramax HLT a strong tire that provides a stable ride and is constructed using eco-friendly materials for long tread life. The tire has been constructed with a special rubber compound that also enhances longevity and is eligible for a high Sailun Terramax HLT rating. It is backed by a limited manufacturer warranty of 50,000 miles considered healthy for this tire segment. Buyers will be happy to know that dry and wet performance are pretty good, enabling confidence on the roads. The tread pattern is effective in reducing noise to ensure a quiet driving experience. To maximize grip, the tread blocks provide a large contact area, thereby minimizing tread wear.
Vehicles the Sailun Terramax HLT is a good replacement tire for
The Sailun Terramax HLT is one tire that provides great quality for its price. This tire has been designed to handle the weight and load of larger vehicles at high speeds, visible through the H-speed rating. By putting more rubber on the road, the Terramax HLT retains its shape despite the weight. Here are a few vehicles on which it can be fitted as a replacement tire:
- Acura RDX
- Audi Q5
- Honda CR-V
- GMC Terrain
- Hyundai Ioniq 5
- Kia Sorento
- Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
- Lexus RX350
- Mazda CX-7
- Mercedes-Benz GLC300
- Porsche Macan
- Nissan Rogue
- Toyota RAV4
- Ford Bronco Sport
- Jeep Liberty
- Chevrolet Silverad0 1500
- RAM 2500
Scorecard
Dry
4.3
Wet
4.2
Winter
3.4
Comfort
4
Noise
4.7
Treadwear
4.5
9 SimpleTire reviews
Tires are a little bounce but when they are warmed up run OK.
These tires are a bargain for the price. They ride well and feel good underneath my truck even when towing my 16,000# fifth wheel. Wet traction is good and snow traction on a one ton truck is about what you would expect with a highway tread tire, an A/T tire would be necessary for snowy conditions on a regular basis. I have had these on for 6,000 miles so I can't speak to tread life, yet, but I suspect they will last around 50k miles.
I have 2000 miles on tires and they seem a little jittery, not real smooth. Balance is ok not great . Tires do look as if they are wearing good . I like these better than the Cooper tires they replaced .
This is our second set of these tires on the rear of our Dually pulling a 20,000 lb dually. We got about 45,000 miles on the last ones. I could have probably gone another 5-10,000 but I don't take chances. Absolutely love these tires and the quick service I receive from Simple Tire each time I order tires. I have 10 tires on our rig and 4 more on our car. All our tires come from Simple Tire. I have recommended Simple Tire to my large network of friends on our website and Facebook and many have purchased from Simple Tire and they too are happy.
Nice tire all the way around. Nice and durable like the more expensive tires. I find them to be not just of good quality but great quality. So don't take my word for it. Just try Sailun tires today. I am sure you won't be dissatisfied.
Have not had in the snow and have not had long enough for tread wear. The first ride with these tires I felt the difference in the ride and the handling. They were put on my Ford F350 dually and the ride changed dramatically. Much much better.
So far, 1k miles on my HLT tires. Quiet, smooth, balanced out nicely. Wet performance is very good. Now we have to see how they last on the mileage. Tires are on a 2009 Nissan Xterra
This completes a full set of tired on our Dually and Fifth Wheel Trailer. All 10 are Sailuns. The truck tires have a few more miles than the trailer tires. Love the quietness and great handling.