34.5/17.0-16 Drag Slick

The GOODYEAR 34.5/17.0-16 Drag Slick is a purpose-built racing tire engineered for dedicated drag racing applications where maximum traction and launch grip are non-negotiable. This specialized tire is designed for bracket racers, street outlaws, and professional drag competitors who demand consistent performance off the line and through the first few hundred feet of the quarter-mile. Unlike street-legal drag radials or all-season compounds, the 34.5/17.0-16 Drag Slick eliminates sidewall flex and tread voids that compromise launch feel, making it the preferred choice for vehicles running dedicated slick wheels on prepped racing surfaces.

This Goodyear drag slick features a minimal tread pattern—essentially a smooth, flat contact patch—that maximizes rubber-to-surface contact for superior bite off the line. The 34.5-inch overall diameter paired with the 17.0-inch width delivers the load-carrying capacity and sidewall stiffness necessary for high-horsepower vehicles without roll-over or deflection during hard launches. The compound is formulated for grip at racing temperatures on prepped asphalt, with a sidewall constructed to resist the twisting forces of aggressive acceleration. At 47.85 lbs per tire, the weight is optimized for rotational dynamics, minimizing unsprung mass while maintaining structural integrity through repeated passes and heat cycles.

The 34.5/17.0-16 Drag Slick is ideal for vehicles equipped with 16-inch drag-specific wheels and is most effective when paired with a properly prepared racing surface and consistent launch technique. This tire excels on bracket racing vehicles, street outlaws, and competition cars where repeatability and predictable launch characteristics directly impact elapsed times. Installation requires drag-rated 16-inch wheels (separate purchase) and is strictly for off-road racing use; these slicks are not street-legal due to their minimal tread pattern. Proper air pressure tuning and heat management between passes are critical to maintaining consistent performance throughout a racing event.