Description
The Opals FH888 is a high-performance (HP) touring tyre manufactured by the Chinese company Opals, designed for passenger cars like sedans, hatchbacks, and compact SUVs. It is marketed as a value-oriented option that offers sportier handling and strong grip in both wet and dry conditions without the premium price tag.
Key Features and Technology
- Directional V-Shaped Tread Pattern: This design is engineered to improve water evacuation, enhancing wet braking, and increasing stability on rainy roads, which helps to reduce the risk of hydroplaning.
- Interlocking Shoulder Blocks: These provide stronger cornering grip, better steering response, and improved high-speed stability.
- Optimised Rubber Compound: The compound is designed to balance strong dry grip and braking stability with good tread wear durability for everyday driving.
- Noise Reduction: The tread layout is designed to be quieter than other sportier-feeling tyres in its category.
- Availability: The tyre is available in various sizes and some versions come in a run-flat option.
Performance Overview
Review snippets suggest that the FH888 offers reliable performance for its price point.
| Performance Area | Rating/Commentary |
|---|---|
| Wet Grip | Reliable and confidence-inspiring. |
| Dry Handling | Sporty and predictable. |
| Cornering Stability | Strong for a budget-friendly tyre. |
| Noise Level | Quiet for a directional pattern. |
| Value | Considered excellent performance per dollar. |
The Opals FH888 is suitable for drivers who commute in cities and on highways and are looking for enhanced safety in wet weather and a more confident, sporty driving feel without investing in premium-brand tyres.
