24.5/9-13 Import Drag Tire

The 24.5/9-13 Import Drag Tire is purpose-built for serious drag racing and import car competition where launch grip and consistent ET performance demand specialized rubber. Designed for dedicated drag strip use rather than street driving, this tire delivers the narrow sidewall construction and compound formulation that bracket racers and import drag competitors rely on to hook hard off the line and maintain traction through the quarter-mile. Whether you're campaigning a turbocharged four-cylinder or naturally aspirated import platform, this tire addresses the unique demands of lightweight, high-horsepower vehicles that need predictable bite and minimal tire growth.

The 24.5-inch overall diameter and 9-inch width specification creates a low-profile footprint optimized for centrifugal load resistance and uniform heat distribution across the contact patch during hard acceleration. The drag-focused compound is engineered to generate maximum traction coefficient at launch, where sidewall stiffness prevents excessive roll and deflection that would otherwise rob power transfer to the asphalt. At 16.65 lbs per tire, this lightweight construction reduces unsprung mass on each corner—a critical factor in import drag applications where rotational inertia directly impacts 60-foot times and overall acceleration curves. The 13-inch rim diameter compatibility positions this tire on dedicated drag wheels that enable bolt-on fitment without custom suspension geometry modifications.

Import drag racers, bracket racing competitors, and performance enthusiasts running tube-chassis or street-legal drag platforms benefit most from this tire's predictable launch characteristics and repeatable performance across multiple heat cycles. Installation requires a dedicated drag wheel set with 13-inch bead diameter—these are not suitable for daily street use or highway driving. Verify your vehicle's suspension geometry and wheel well clearance before fitment, as the 24.5-inch diameter may require minor ride-height adjustment on lowered platforms. This tire excels in controlled, traction-limited environments where consistency trumps longevity.