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Avon Tech R-A

The Tech RA (with the "A" signifying advanced) is the latest Competition tire member of AVON Tyres' family of Tech performance tires. Developed & manufactured by Avon Tyres Racing* in Melksham, England, Tech RA Competition tires were developed for the drivers of competition sports cars, coupes & sedans who participate in North American autocross, track & road racing events in dry conditions.**

Compared to the original Tech R tires, Tech RA radials are further tuned to make the most of the narrower Original Equipment wheel sizes utilized in the Stock classes & are designed to reduce times by blending great dry traction with improved steering response & cornering stability without a reduction in treadwear.

On the outside, Tech RA radials feature a more responsive, high grip racing tread compound molded into a symmetric tread design featuring a "slick" tread surface with two circumferential tread grooves. This maximizes their contact area with the track & allows them to be mounted on either side of the car. Beginning with a tread depth of 4/32", they will not require shaving for competition, however they will benefit from heat cycling before competition to enhance wear & provide more consistent performance.

On the inside, the Tech RA radials feature a revised symmetric internal construction & casing profile that includes a deeper "rim recess" bead design. Tech RA radials feature twin, lightweight steel belts reinforced by spirally wrapped nylon along with a carcass that adds an aramid- & steel-reinforced sidewall filler to three nylon cord plies to resist deformation at high speeds & when cornering.

The performance of Tech RA radials is not compatible with the original Tech R tires & the two should never be mixed on the same vehicle.

NOTE: While the Tech RA radials have an inflated shape with rounded shoulders to complement camber-challenged cars, they still benefit from vehicle alignments that offer significant negative camber.

*Avon Tyres Racing enjoys a worldwide reputation for success on the track, & supplies race tires for F.I.A., Formula 3000 & the global Formula Ford series in addition to many racing series in the USA, including SCCA National & Regional Club Racing. The popularity & reputation of Avon racing tires continues to grow as more than 100 overall Championship winners are regularly recorded each year in more than 27 countries.

**Caution: While Tech RA radials meet U.S. DOT requirements, they are not intended for highway use as the expected miles of wear from their racing tread compounds is greatly reduced. The Tech RA is not recommended for driving in wet conditions where there is the risk of hydroplaning. Drivers should drive cautiously at reduced speeds in these conditions.

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