1978-1982 C3 BFGoodrich Radial T/A All-Season Tire 255/60R15
The Radial T/A is BFGoodrich's Performance All-Season tire developed for the drivers looking for wide, low profile, white-lettered performance tires. Today's Radial T/A tires are designed to combine classic looks with modern manufacturing methods and year-round traction, even in light snow.
The Radial T/A molds an all-season tread compound into a symmetric independent block pattern featuring unique tread block phasing and variable groove angle geometry to provide low noise, predictable performance and year-round traction for your Corvette. The tire's internal structure includes twin steel belts (50-series sizes add BFGoodrich's ETEC [Equal TEnsion Containment] System of spirally wound nylon) that stabilize the tread.
BFGoodrich's g-Wedge technology makes this the best performing Radial T/A ever by featuring the high modulus sidewall stabilizers found in many of BFGoodrich's higher performance radials (g-Wedge sidewall stabilizers increase torsional rigidity to enhance lateral stability and steering response, while delivering a smooth, comfortable ride).
- Fits 1978-1982 Corvettes
- Fits Front & Rear
- Fits Factory Wheels
- All-Season Use
- Sold Individually
- Combines Classic Looks & Modern Manufacturing Methods
- Year-Round Traction
- Symmetric Independent Block Pattern
- Unique Tread Block Phasing
- Variable Groove Angle Geometry
- Low Noise
- Dependable Performance
- Twin Steel Belts with Spirally Wound Nylon
- High Modulus Sidewall Stabilizers
- Enhanced Lateral Stability & Steering Response
- Smooth, Comfortable Ride
Tire Specs:
- 255/60R15
- All-Season
- Raised White Letters
- Max Load: 1,885lbs
- Max Inflation: 35psi
- Tread Depth: 11/32"
- Weight: 31lbs
- Rim Width Range: 7-9"
- Section Width: 10.2"
- Tread Width: 8.5"
- Overall Diameter: 27.1"
- Revs Per Mile: 769
The chart below will assist you in selecting the proper tire size for your C3 Corvette.
| 1978-1982 C3 Corvette Factory Tire Sizes |
| Model Year |
RPO # |
Tire Size |
Cars Produced |
| 1978 |
QGR |
225/70R15 |
26,203 |
| 1978 |
QBS |
255/60R15 |
18,296 |
| 1979 |
QGR |
225/70R15 |
29,603 |
| 1979 |
QBS |
255/60R15 |
17,920 |
| 1980 |
QGB |
225/70R15 |
26,208 |
| 1980 |
QXH |
255/60R15 |
13,140 |
| 1981 |
QGR |
225/70R15 |
21,939 |
| 1981 |
QXH |
255/60R15 |
18,004 |
| 1982 |
QGR |
225/70R15 |
5,932 |
| 1982 |
QXH |
255/60R15 |
19,070
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C3 1968-1982 Corvette Wheel & Tire Reference Guide
When purchasing new tires or wheels for your 1968-1982 Corvette, always refer to the measurements of the wheels and tires that came on your Corvette from the assembly plant. You can be certain that the information on this chart is accurate and correct for C3 Corvettes. When choosing custom or updated wheels, view the clearly marked fi tment years and sizes to ensure the best ride and continued safety while cruising!
| Year | Model | Wheel Location | Wheel Size | Offset | Backspacing | Tire Size |
| 1968 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 7" | ( - ) 7mm | 3.22" | F70 x 15 |
| 1969 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | F70 x 15 |
| 1970 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | F70 x 15 |
| 1971 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | F70 x 15 |
| 1972 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | F70 x 15 |
| 1973 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | GR70 x 15B |
| 1974 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | GR70 x 15B |
| 1975 | Corvette-Rally | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | GR70 x 15B |
| 1976 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | GR70 x 15B |
| 1977 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | GR70 x 15B |
| 1978 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | P225/70R-15, P255/60R-15 |
| 1979 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | P225/70R-15, P255/60R-15 |
| 1980 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | P225/70R-15, P255/60R-15 |
| 1981 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | P225/70R-15, P255/60R-15 |
| 1982 | Corvette-Rally & Optional Aluminum | Front/Rear | 15" x 8" | ( - ) 13mm | 3.5" | P225/70R-15, P255/60R-15 |
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