Michelin TB15
Michelin TB15 tyres are tarmac rally tyres that are road legal in Europe and most places because they are e-marked. The TB15 is not designed to be used as an everyday road tyres. The Michelin TB15 tyres are not however DOT marked.We have been instructed not to supply Michelin TB15 tyres the US and countries where road legality is determined by the American DOT marking. For a road legal tyres that fit similarly wide rims we suggest the PIRELLI CINTURATO ™ P7.
Porsche 911 on Michelin TB15 Tyres
TB15 Tyres
- The intermediate Tarmac Rally tyre TB15 is perfect for classic rally cars from the 1960s to the 1980s’.
- The Michelin TB15 is an e-marked road legal tyre not recommended for extended race times but perfect for tarmac stage rallies.
- The TB15 Tyres from Michelin come in a range of unusual sizes, from very wide 13” and 15” wheels, Such as Porsche 911 and Lancia Stratos.
- The TB15 is the intermediate tyre in Michelins TB range, which also includes PB20, full wets and TB5 F and TB5 R as a semi-slick.
- For dimensions and technical information, see our Michelin TB Specifications Table.
- Follow this link to see Michelin TB15 tyre pressure information.
Michelin TB15 Tyre Pressure
Finding the correct tyre pressure for Michelin TB tyres can be complicated, so we asked our contact at the Michelin Classic Tyre department, who provided us with the following insights:
"Your advice with 28 PSI front and 32 PSI rear make sense.
About temperature of the tyres when hot : it's the most difficult question because it depend so much of :
- driving style
- outside temperature
- kind of track
- roughness of the tarmac
- toe in / camber value
etc...
That's why we delegate a technician for every major races for Porsche's meetings.
Lets' say that a value between 80°c & 100°c when hot is good. This value can go much higher on rally use. Maximum 20°c of difference of temperature from the outside to the inside check on the tread pattern: this value can be modified by the camber set-up.
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Michelin TB15 Tyres Explained
Michelin TB15 Tyres
* For competition use it is possible to use a rim that is one inch wider than the standard ETRTO recommendations listed
Pneu TB a race tyre for the road
The Seventies, ever onward ... As motor sport technology evolved so a special tyre was required. For the amateur racer the TB15 in its intermediate compound form, know as the TB15, provided the best compromise between a race tyre and a multi-purpose product. It returns with an additional card up its sleeve: today, the TB15 range is road legal.
TB5F and TB5R the king of the dry road
We have now added TB5 F and TB5 R. This uncompromising tyre has a semi slick tread pattern for the ultimate in dry performance. The TB 5 F has a soft compound and the TB5 R a medium compound. These tyres are fully road legal.
Michelin TB15 FAQ
A: Yes the TB15 range of historic tarmac rally tyres are e-marked and road legal.
A: Not exactly. The TB15 range of tyres are tarmac rally tyres, so even though they have a fantastic intermediate compound vintage rally tyres the TB15 is not built for extended track time of vintage racing.
Michelin TB Tyre Specifications
| Tire Size | Tire Name | Load Index | Section Width | Overall Diameter | Recommended Rim Width |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/60-15 (215/55R15) | TB15 | 79 = 437 kgs | 224 mm / 8.8" | 612 mm / 24.09" | 6.0" - 7.5" |
| 18/60-15 (225/50R15) | TB5F | 79 = 437 kgs | 230 mm / 9.0" | 605 mm / 23.8" | 6.0" - 8.0" |
| 18/60-15 (225/50R15) | TB5R | 79 = 437 kgs | 230 mm / 9.0" | 605 mm / 23.8" | 6.0" - 8.0" |
| 23/59-15 (265/40R15) | TB5R | 92 = 630 kgs | 269 mm / 10.59" | 592 mm / 23.30" | 8.5" - 10.5" |
| 23/62-15 (270/45R15) | TB15 | 86 = 530 kgs | 268 mm / 10.55" | 625 mm / 24.60" | 8.5" - 10.5" |
| 23/62-15 (270/45R15) | TB5F | 86 = 530 kgs | 278 mm / 10.9" | 620 mm / 24.40" | 8.5" - 10.5" |
| 23/62-15 (270/45R15) | TB5R | 86 = 530 kgs | 278 mm / 10.9" | 620 mm / 24.40" | 8.5" - 10.5" |
| 26/61-15 (285/40R15) | TB5F | 87 = 545 kgs | 291 mm / 11.45" | 610 mm / 24.00" | 9.5" - 11.0" |
| 26/61-15 (285/40R15) | TB5R | 87 = 545 kgs | 291 mm / 11.45" | 610 mm / 24.00" | 9.5" - 11.0" |
| 26/61-15 (295/40R15) | TB15 | 87 = 545 kgs | 288 mm / 11.33" | 615 mm / 24.21" | 10.0" - 11.5" |
| 29/61-15 (335/35R15) | TB5R | 93 = 650 kgs | 341 mm / 13.42" | 616 mm / 24.25" | 11.0" - 13.0" |
| 29/61-15 (345/35R15) | TB15 | 93 = 650 kgs | 330 mm / 13.00" | 621 mm / 24.44" | 11.0" - 13.0" |