The Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 is Firestone's flagship ultra-high performance summer tire, engineered for drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes, and performance sedans who demand race-inspired handling on public roads. Drawing directly from Firestone's storied motorsports heritage, this tire delivers exceptional grip, precise steering response, and confident control in both dry and wet conditions.
At the core of the Firehawk Indy 500's wet-weather capability is Proprietary Pulse Groove™ Technology — a specially engineered circumferential water channel that dramatically improves handling and braking on wet surfaces, reducing stopping distances and channeling water efficiently out of the contact patch to resist hydroplaning.
On dry roads, large outside shoulder blocks and a continuous center rib work together to sharpen steering response and maximize cornering stability. The advanced silica-reinforced tread compound with Long Link carbon enhances traction and handling across all surface temperatures, while stiffer sidewalls provide the lateral rigidity needed for high-speed cornering confidence.
The internal construction features two high-strength steel belts paired with a polyester casing and spiral-wound nylon reinforcement, delivering added structural integrity and high-speed durability. This tire carries an Extra Load (XL) rating and a W speed rating, with a UTQG rating of 340 AA.
Key Features:
- Proprietary Pulse Groove™ Technology — improves wet traction and reduces braking distances on wet roads
- Advanced Silica-Reinforced Tread Compound with Long Link carbon for enhanced dry and wet grip
- Large Outside Shoulder Blocks — increase cornering grip and lateral stability
- Continuous Center Rib — promotes sharp, responsive steering feel
- Circumferential Grooves and 3D Tread Blocks — channel water out of the footprint area to combat hydroplaning
- Dual High-Strength Steel Belts with polyester casing and spiral-wound nylon cap ply for high-speed durability
- Extra Load (XL) Construction — 93W service description for high-load, high-speed applications
- UTQG 340 AA — high traction and temperature grades for performance driving
Backed by Firestone's Gold Pledge Limited Warranty and a 90-Day Buy and Try Guarantee, the Firehawk Indy 500 in size 265/30R19 is a purpose-built summer tire for drivers who refuse to compromise on performance.