Sumitomo tires are manufactured by Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd., which is a subsidiary of the Sumitomo Group, one of the world's leading tire producers. The combination of Sumitomo tires' exceptional quality and precise engineering has allowed them to succeed in some of the world's most difficult export markets. They provide a variety of goods that are essential to society at large and to many facets of daily life, such as tires for trucks, buses, passenger cars, and industrial vehicles.

For medium to heavy trucks, the Sumitomo ST719 is an excellent commercial tire option suitable for all positions. Let us take a look at a review of the Sumitomo ST719 tires to learn more about these tires.

Features and Benefits

Heavy-duty commercial vehicles that are utilized in a variety of industries have unique requirements, and commercial tires are designed to satisfy those needs. Large commercial vehicles such as buses, tractor-trailers, and delivery trucks frequently have these tires on them. Let's see the features and advantages of the Sumitomo ST719 commercial tire, which delivers performance.

• Enhanced traction: Sumitomo ST719 has a specially formulated rubber compound that offers enhanced traction.
• Reduced risk of hydroplaning: ST719 features four rib tread patterns that remove water from the tread to reduce the risk of hydroplaning to boost wet traction.
• Boosted self cleaning: Its stone ejectors remove stones from the tread while also protecting the carcass from punctures and stone drilling.
• Improved handling: ST719 features an extra wide contact patch that enhances stability.
• Longer service life: It has advanced design features, including a larger tread width, high tread wear performance compounds, and a retreadable design to increase tire life.

Pros and Cons

So, have you found the right commercial tire for your medium to heavy trucks? Let us see its pros and cons before considering SimpleTire’s view on the Sumitomo ST719 tires.

• Specially formulated rubber compound to enhance traction.
• Four rib tread patterns to remove water from the tread to reduce hydroplaning.
• Stone ejectors to protect the tire from puncture and stone drilling.
• Extra wide contact patch enhances stability.
• A retreadable design increases tread life.

CONS:

• No mileage warranty.
• Not designed for passenger vehicles.
• Not Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified and can not deal with harsh winter weather conditions.

SimpleTire’s view on Sumitomo ST719 tires

The Sumitomo ST719 is intended to satisfy the needs of regional and urban delivery services. In addition, the ST719 achieves more miles thanks to innovative design features like greater tread width and high tread wear performance compounds.

Let's use SimpleScore to get SimpleTire's view on the Sumitomo ST719 by comparing it to two other commercial tires, Ironman I-109 and Westlake CR960A of the same size 215/75R17.5.

In comparison to the Ironman I-109 and the Westlake CR960A, the Sumitomo ST719 has a superior SimpleScore of 8 thanks to its long lasting (8), traction (8), and durability (8.2). The Sumitomo ST719 has better longevity (8 vs.7.5), traction (8 vs. 7.5), and durability (8.2 vs. 8) scores than the Ironman I-109 tires. When compared to the Westlake CR960A, the Sumitomo ST719 has superior longevity (8 vs. 7.4), durability (8.2 vs. 7.2), and traction (8 vs. 7.1) scores.

Overall, the Sumitomo ST719 is a great commercial tire that offers great handling, traction, and durability for medium to heavy trucks.

Vehicles the Sumitomo ST719 is a good replacement tire for

When your original tire wears out, try Sumitomo ST719 for commercial vehicles from top brands like:

• Ford
• Volvo
• Isuzu
• Mitsubishi
• PACCAR
• Renault