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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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