P245/40R-18 QT DOT Drag Radial Tire

The P245/40R-18 QT DOT Drag Radial Tire from HOOSIER is engineered for drivers who demand maximum straight-line acceleration and launch control on dedicated drag strips and quarter-mile courses. Built to DOT specifications, this drag radial bridges the gap between street-legal compliance and true performance tire behavior, making it the choice for bracket racers, street strip competitors, and serious enthusiasts running 18-inch wheel packages. If you're looking for a tire that delivers predictable, repeatable grip off the line with minimal wheelspin, this is the platform you need.

Drag radial technology prioritizes launch grip and straight-line acceleration over cornering compliance, employing a stiffer sidewall construction and a specialized compound formulated to generate maximum traction during hard acceleration events. The P245/40R-18 features a white letter sidewall that signals its performance pedigree, while the radial carcass provides the compliance necessary for street driving between events. At 23.25 lbs per tire, the weight distribution is optimized to minimize rotational inertia without sacrificing durability, allowing for faster spool-up and more responsive power delivery in standing-start scenarios.

This 245/40R-18 fitment suits modern performance vehicles and late-model muscle cars running 18-inch wheel diameters—particularly those with 5-lug or multi-lug patterns common to Dodge, Chevrolet, and Ford platforms. Installation is straightforward: mount on your existing 18-inch wheel, confirm lug-nut torque to OEM specifications, and balance the assembly to eliminate vibration at highway speeds. DOT approval means street use between events is permitted, though drag radials are not engineered for sustained high-speed cornering or wet-weather driving, so reserve them for drag strip duty or dedicated acceleration events where their specialized grip profile delivers measurable improvement in elapsed times.