Drag Tire 34.5/17.0-16 W2021 Compound

The Drag Tire 34.5/17.0-16 W2021 Compound from Hoosier is engineered specifically for bracket racing, drag strips, and high-performance quarter-mile competition where maximum traction off the line is non-negotiable. This slick tire eliminates tread patterns entirely to maximize contact patch and grip during hard acceleration, making it the choice for serious drag racers who demand consistency run after run. Whether you're competing in bracket racing series or testing your vehicle's acceleration potential at the strip, this tire delivers the launch control your platform requires.

The W2021 compound is Hoosier's proprietary drag-specific rubber formulation, designed to provide optimal heat management and grip across varying track conditions while maintaining predictable performance throughout multiple heat cycles. At 34.5 inches tall and 17 inches wide, this tire fits 16-inch wheels and produces a sidewall construction that resists rollover during aggressive launches and cornering loads typical of drag racing. The slick design—absent of any tread pattern—exposes maximum rubber to the track surface, critical for generating the coefficient of friction necessary to deliver power from your engine to the asphalt without wheel spin.

Drag racers, bracket competitors, and street-legal strip cars benefit most from this Hoosier offering, particularly those running dedicated rear-wheel-drive platforms with 16-inch wheel packages. The 48.75-pound weight per tire reflects Hoosier's engineering focus on performance durability rather than street-use compromise. Installation is straightforward on any 16-inch wheel; ensure your vehicle's suspension geometry and weight distribution are optimized to load the rear tires fully at launch for best results. This tire is track-only equipment and should never be used on public roads.