1950-1979 Beetle Bus Type 3 Petlas Elegant PT311 165/80R15
Upgrade your Air Cooled Volkswagen with the Petlas Elegant PT311 summer radial — quiet performance, confident handling, and strong wet and dry traction in a 165/80R15 black sidewall tire.
The Petlas Elegant PT311 is engineered for noise-free summer performance — and the specially designed tread elements deliver exactly that on an Air Cooled VW. Computer simulated tread blocks minimize road and tread noise for a quiet, comfortable cabin experience. Detailed tread ribs provide a high number of biting edges for improved steering dynamics and driving stability, while precise sipe and notch placement enhances maneuverability and response to driver input.
Strong compound materials boost traction on both dry and wet surfaces — sipes enhance wet road grip while keeping rubber flexible and avoiding heat build-up. Four circumferential grooves disperse water from the footprint to prevent hydroplaning on wet roads. T speed rated. Summer tire only — not for winter use.
Tech Note — for safety never mix radial and bias ply tires on the same vehicle. Always run all radial or all bias ply. Sold individually — order the quantity needed for your build.
Fits the Following Volkswagen Models:
- 1950–1979 Volkswagen Beetle Standard
- 1971–1979 Volkswagen Beetle Super
- 1950–1979 Volkswagen Bus
- 1956–1974 Volkswagen Karmann Ghia
- 1973–1974 Volkswagen Thing
- 1961–1973 Volkswagen Type 3
- 1950–1979 Dune Buggy and Sand Rail
Features / Benefits:
- Petlas Elegant PT311 165/80R15 summer radial for Air Cooled VW
- Noise-free performance — computer simulated tread blocks minimize road and tread noise
- Detailed tread ribs for improved steering dynamics and driving stability
- Strong wet and dry traction — four circumferential grooves prevent hydroplaning
- T speed rated — UTQG 300AB
- Load index 87 — load range SL — aspect ratio 80
- Black sidewall — rim width range 4 to 5 in.
- Summer tire only — not for winter use
- Never mix radial and bias ply tires — always run matching tire types
- Sold individually — order quantity to match your build
Material / Finish:
Petlas Elegant PT311 summer radial construction with black sidewall and four circumferential grooves for correct wet and dry traction performance.
Dimensions:
- Size: 165/80R15
- Overall diameter: 25.4 in.
- Section width: 165mm (6.5 in.)
- Tread depth: 10/32nds
- Rim size: 15 in.
- Measured rim width: 4.5 in.
- Rim width range: 4 to 5 in.
- Aspect ratio: 80
- Load index: 87
- Speed rating: T
- UTQG: 300AB
Because Details Matter:
An Air Cooled VW that drives quietly and handles confidently is one that gets used — and the Petlas PT311 delivers the noise reduction, wet traction, and steering precision that makes every drive more enjoyable. Correct size for the most popular Air Cooled VW wheel applications, black sidewall for a clean modern look, and summer performance engineering that keeps the car composed in the conditions it is most likely to see. Order the set your build deserves.
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