Nitto NT555RII Drag Radial Tire
Street-Legal Dominance Meets Drag Strip Precision: Engineered for Explosive Launch Control & Straight-Line Speed
The Nitto NT555RII is a DOT-compliant drag radial tire designed for drivers who demand brutal acceleration on the strip and confident traction on the street. Built with Nitto’s racing heritage, its hybrid tread pattern, ultra-soft compound, and reinforced construction deliver explosive off-the-line grip, heat resistance for repeated passes, and stable highway manners—perfect for muscle cars, modified builds, and weekend warriors chasing ET slips without sacrificing street legality.
Key Features & Benefits:
- Competition-Grade Compound: Ultra-soft, heat-resistant formula maximizes grip during hard launches and high-speed passes.
- Hybrid Tread Design: Shallow grooves and siping balance drag-strip traction with light wet-weather street safety.
- Reinforced Shoulder Blocks: Stabilize sidewalls during hard launches and high-torque shifts for consistent straight-line control.
- DOT-Compliant Construction: Street-legal durability with race-inspired durability for daily driving between events.
- Optimized Contact Patch: Wide footprint ensures maximum rubber-to-road contact for reduced wheel spin.
Performance Highlights:
- Drag Strip Ready: Minimizes wheel hop and maximizes 60-foot times for competitive bracket racing.
- Street-Smart Versatility: Quiet, stable highway performance with sufficient tread depth for light rain.
- Heat Management: Resists degradation during repeated burnouts or back-to-back passes.
Ideal For:
- High-horsepower muscle cars and modified builds (Dodge Challenger Hellcat, Ford Mustang GT500, Chevrolet Camaro SS).
- Weekend drag racers seeking a street-legal tire that transitions seamlessly from strip to street.
- Warm climates where heat resistance and dry traction are critical.
Why Choose the NT555RII?
A favorite among drag-and-drive enthusiasts, the NT555RII bridges the gap between all-out competition radials and daily-driver tires. Its DOT compliance, hybrid tread, and race-proven compound make it a versatile weapon for drivers who refuse to trailer their cars to the strip.
