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The Continental VanContact Ultra range is engineered for superior durability and efficiency in light commercial vehicles.

• FR (Felgenrippe / Rim Protection): All sizes incorporate a reinforced scuff rib on the sidewall to protect the wheel rim from accidental impacts with kerbs.
• EVc (EV-Compatible): These tyres are built with reinforced construction and low rolling resistance to handle the increased weight and instantaneous torque of modern electric vans and LCVs.
• C-Marking (Commercial): Indicates the tyre is specifically designed for Commercial vehicles, vans, and light trucks. These tyres are built with reinforced internal structures and multiple plies to handle heavier load capacities and the higher inflation pressures required for professional use compared to standard passenger car tyres.
• Load/Speed Ratings: The dual number (e.g., 104R-102R) refers to single and dual-fitment load capacities, while the letter (R, T, S, H) indicates the maximum safe speed for that load. 

Continental VanContact Ultra: Professional Fitments

Ford Transit & Toyota Hiace:
Provides durable, reliable performance for classic commercial workhorses, ensuring high mileage and safety on intensive local delivery routes.

VW Transporter (T5/T6), Renault Trafic & Opel Vivaro:
Offers a versatile balance of fuel efficiency and EU A-rated wet grip, essential for the high demands of mid-size urban fleets.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter & VW Crafter:
Engineered for heavy loads and high-roof stability, delivering a robust construction that safely manages maximum axle weights during long-haul transit.

Mercedes-Benz Vito & Toyota Proace:
Balances high load capacity with passenger-car comfort, perfect for premium LCVs handling both cargo and executive shuttle duties.

Fiat Ducato, Peugeot Boxer & Motorhomes:
Delivers specialized stability and high load indices (112R+), crucial for maintaining safety and preventing flat-spotting on fully laden camper vans.

Iveco Daily & Chassis-Cab Variants:
Built to withstand the rigors of heavy urban utility work, providing reinforced sidewall protection and "stone stoppers" to maximize vehicle uptime.

VW ID. Buzz Cargo & Electric LCVs:
Specifically optimized for the instantaneous torque and increased battery weight of modern EVs, ensuring low rolling resistance and extended range.

Summer Tyres vs All-Season & The Irish Climate

In Ireland’s mild, damp climate, the Summer VanContact Ultra is the efficiency leader, offering peak braking performance and fuel savings above 7°C. For fleets requiring 365-day mobility without seasonal changeovers, the VanContact A/S Ultra features the 3PMSF (Snowflake) symbol, staying flexible and grippy during unpredictable Irish winter frosts.

Load Rating and Speed Rating Explained

For vans and LCVs, the load index is a numerical code representing the maximum weight a single tyre can safely carry; the combined capacity of all four tyres must exceed the vehicle’s gross weight when fully loaded.

The speed rating (a letter) indicates the maximum velocity a tyre can maintain. Common LCV ratings include R (170 km/h), T (190 km/h), and H (210 km/h).

Essential Rule: Always check your vehicle’s tyre information plate (usually on the door pillar) and never fit a tyre with a lower load index or speed rating than the manufacturer's specification. See Table...

Popular VanContact Ultra Sizes

• 195, 70, R15 C, 104R-102R FR, EVc
• 215, 65, R16 C, 106T-104T FR, EVc
• 235, 65, R16 C, 121R-119R FR, EVc
• 205, 65, R16 C, 107T-105T FR, EVc
• 225, 65, R16 C, 112R-110R FR, EVc
• 195, 75, R16 C, 107R-105R FR, EVc
• 215, 75, R16 C, 116R-114R FR, EVc
• 205, 75, R16 C, 113R-111R FR, EVc
• 225, 70, R15 C, 112S-110S FR, EVc
• 215, 60, R17 C, 109H-107H FR, EVc
• 185, 75, R16 C, 104R-102R FR, EVc
• 195, 65, R16 C, 104T-102T FR, EVc
• 215, 70, R15 C, 109S-107S FR, EVc
• 225, 75, R16 C, 121R-120R FR, EVc
• 215, 60, R16 C, 103T-101T FR, EVc
• 235, 60, R17 C, 117R-115R FR, EVc