In 1949, Michelin set out to dominate the tire market with a considerable advance in technology. Its revolutionary radial construction of the Michelin X and later the Michelin X-Stop featured the special feature of separating the sidewall function from the crown function. The first major innovation from Michelin, the radial tire was first marketed as the "X" tire in 1949. The advantages of the radial Michelin X tire compared with the cross-ply tire could be clearly seen in all areas. Radial construction offered greater safety, grip and braking performance. Radials also proved economical to use, with double the wear mileage and a considerable reduction in fuel consumption. Drivers enjoyed increased comfort levels thanks to the flexibility of the sidewalls.
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
S Speed Rated: Up to 112 mph (180 km/h). Often required OE for higher performance trim level classic automobiles.
The MICHELIN X tire has a revolutionary radial construction with the special feature of separating the sidewall function from the crown function. The advantages of the radial tire compared to the conventional tire can be seen in all areas: Significantly improved road holding, grip and braking. Economy in use: mileage efficiency doubled, significant reduction in fuel consumption. Great comfort thanks to the flexibility of the sidewalls. The first major Michelin innovation, the radial ply tire, was marketed under the name "Michelin Radial X" in 1949. The X equips different categories of cars: from the original and popular 2CV or Coccinelle to the fascinating Mercedes 190 SL or Facel Vega.
Michelin is known for its high quality tires, and we keep thousands of popular Michelin tires in stock every day. Our Michelin product offerings include fitments from the 1920's all the way into the 2000's, with an intense focus on classic sports cars. Build quality, fitment options and period correct styling makes the Michelin product line a favorite among sports car enthusiasts around the world.
1952-1954 Panhard Dyna 120
1952-1954 Panhard Dyna 130
1955-1958 Panhard Dyna 55
1955-1958 Panhard Dyna 58
Fits these models and others. Please refer to your owners manual for details on the correct tire fitment requirements.
Michelin offers a comprehensive range of tires specifically designed for vintage vehicles, combining authentic aesthetics with modern performance and safety standards. Their classic tire lineup includes models such as the MICHELIN X, XAS, and MXV, each catering to different eras and vehicle types. These tires are crafted to replicate the original designs while utilizing contemporary materials to ensure reliability and durability.
Michelin offers the most prestigious line of vintage tires in the world. Incredible innovations through the years are represented with such revered models as the Double Rivet bias ply tires, the X Radial, XWX and the high performing TRX radial tires. The pedigree is of uncompromising performance and reliability and flows through the entire offering of Michelin Classic tires including the vintage race tires such as incredible PB and TB tires.
Michelin's commitment to preserving automotive heritage is evident in their dedication to producing tires that meet the specific needs of classic car owners. By offering a variety of sizes and tread patterns, they ensure that vintage vehicles can maintain their original appearance and performance characteristics.
| Brand | Michelin |
| DOT Approved | Yes |
| Load Index | 79 |
| Overall Diameter (IN) | 25.6 |
| Product Size | 145R400 79S TT |
| Radial Aspect Ratio | 85 |
| Rim Diameter | 400 mm |
| Rim Width (in) | 4.00 - 5.00 |
| Section Width (IN) | 5.6 |
| Service Description | 79S |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| SKU | 631782 |
| Speed Rating | S |
| Tire Construction | Radial |
| Tire Series | X Radial |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Weight | 20.000000 |
| Width Radial | 145 mm |
