Whats the difference between R888 and R888R?
Whats the difference between R888 and R888R?
The R888R uses the same R-compound as the R888 but the R888R has an asymmetric tread pattern that creates a 14% increase in contact patch while cornering and 10% increase in a straight line. At this point, Toyo is planning on phasing out the R888 in most sizes and replacing it with the R888R.
Do Toyo R888R run wide?
The r888’s run wide too.
What size do R888 come in?
Toyo Proxes R888 Tire Specs Chart
| Size | Diameter | Max psi |
|---|---|---|
| 225/50ZR16 92W SL BSW 100 AA A | 24.7″ | 51 psi |
| 245/45R16 94W SL BSW 100 AA A | 24.4″ | 51 psi |
| 255/50R16 99W SL BSW 100 AA A | 25.9″ | 51 psi |
| 205/40ZR17 84W XL BSW 100 AA A | 23.5″ | 50 psi |
Are Toyo R888R street legal?
The Proxes R888R is Toyo’s new street legal motorsport tyre. Designed primarily for dry conditions in competition, it boasts enough void area to also handle wet weather and street use.
Are Toyo R888R good?
Remarkably useful in the wet and even down to quite low temperatures, and works very well on a track as long as you limit your sessions to say 6-8 laps. After this again the transition into slightly less predictable begins and the car just becomes very slidey! The R888R was somewhere in between the two extremes.
Is R888R directional?
The Toyo Proxes R888R adopts a different architecture. Indeed, the R888 was a directional tyre whereas the R888R is an asymmetric tyre. Toyo has announced that the R888R benefits from a long on-track development, resulting in a more competitive, therefore faster… and more durable tyre.
Are Toyo R888R good for drag racing?
Recommended for competition events, the Toyo Proxes R888 tire is more designed for road racing than drag racing. But don’t let that fool you, the R888 is a great option for street cars looking to get as much grip as possible without sacrificing complete performance.
How long does Toyo R888R last?
The mileage of the R888R will be massively dependant on usage as track days will shorten the life considerably. In purely road miles, a guess would be around 3-4000.
Can you daily drive Toyo R888R?
I daily drive with these tires on. But through the hair pins and s-turns, these tires are amazing once you get them warmed up. At first I was skeptical about driving them on the wet, but if you are driving them conservatively and safely during the rain, they are not bad at all.
Which direction do Toyo Proxes go?
Thank you for your e-mail. We would like to inform you that Toyo Proxes R888R is an asymmetric tyre so it can be used in any position on the vehicle. It is very important however, to follow such wording as ‘inside’ and ‘outside’ on the tyre’s sidewall to ensure that the tyre is fitted ‘the right way round.
What is the best drag radial tire?
The 10 Best Street Tires for Drag Racing Available in 2021
- Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R. Best Extreme-Performance Tires for Drag Racing.
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar 3.
- Toyo Proxes R1-R.
- Falken Azenis RT615K+
- BFGoodrich g-Force Rival S 1.5.
- Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R.
- Pirelli P Zero Trofeo R.
- Hoosier D.O.T.
Is the Toyo R888 tire good for racing?
They handle and grip very well, and don’t need to be shaved like the RA1 so there is no variance in tread from tire to tire and shaving to shaving. This tire is a great value to the serious racer and will last a track day enthusiast a long long time.
What makes the Toyo Proxes R888R so good?
The Toyo Proxes R888R is a next generation race tire engineered for faster lap times and better dry handling. The new asymmetric tread design puts more rubber to the track and increases predictability in braking, acceleration and cornering.
What kind of tires do Toyo Tires use?
Toyo Tires recommends the following general setup guidelines for the Proxes R888: For recommendations on proper use, handling and storage of this tire in colder climates, please click here. Best dry grip money can buy. The Proxes R888 comes with a limited warranty.
Is the Proxes R888 tires good for racing?
*Caution: Recommended for competition events only. The Proxes R888 is for drivers who know what it means to really push a car. Its optimized construction and tread design balances dry performance and wet traction, keeping you fully under control in extreme driving situations.
