Hankook 1029009 Winter iPike RS2 W429 Studless Ice Snow Tire 215/45R17 87T

The Hankook Winter iPike RS2 W429 is a high-performance studless winter tire engineered for passenger cars operating in severe ice and snow conditions. This tire delivers confident winter traction through advanced design features that maximize grip on frozen and slippery surfaces.

Advanced Winter Technology:

• Zigzag Winter Groove: Deep directional grooves efficiently evacuate snow and slush while enhancing bite on ice
• Wide Center Block: Provides enhanced steering response and stability during winter driving
• Unique 2-in-1 Shoulder Block Design: Dual-function shoulder blocks improve cornering grip and lateral stability on snow-covered roads
• Ice Slit Design Technology: Specialized slit patterns create additional biting edges for superior ice traction
• Claw Edges: Aggressive claw-shaped edges on both tread sides dig into packed snow and ice for maximum grip
• Optimized 3D Sipe Technology: Three-dimensional sipes maintain block rigidity while increasing the number of biting edges
• Side Edge Step-Down Design: Enhances snow evacuation and prevents snow buildup in the tread

The Winter iPike RS2 W429 features increased pitch numbers for reduced road noise and optimized stud pin placement for regions where studded tires are permitted. This tire carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, certifying it meets industry standards for severe snow service.