Structure And Identification

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Identification

Run-flat tires are identified with the following abbreviations: DSST, Euforia, RFT, ROF, RSC, SSR or ZP. These abbreviations are located on the tire flank behind tire designation of the respective tire manufacturer.

Fig 1: Identifying Run Flat Tires Abbreviation Mark

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Structure

Fig 2: Identifying Tire Structure

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1 - Bead with bead bundle

2 - Sidewall

3 - Sidewall reinforcement

4 - Rim with extended hump (EH 2) on both sides - required when using run-flat tires