Description
The Pirelli P Zero (KS) Runflat is an Ultra High Performance (UHP) summer tire specifically engineered for high-end sports and luxury vehicles. It features run-flat technology, allowing continued driving after a puncture, and the ‘KS’ marking indicates it is an original equipment (OE) tire specifically developed for Maserati vehicles.
Key Features and Technology
- Run-Flat Technology: The primary safety feature is its self-supporting run-flat design, which enables the driver to continue their journey safely for a limited distance after a rapid loss of inflation pressure, reducing the need for an immediate tire change on the roadside. This technology is a key safety feature, offering peace of mind and enhanced vehicle control in an emergency.
- “Perfect Fit” Strategy (KS Marking): The ‘KS’ on the sidewall is an original equipment (OE) marking that signifies the tire has been custom-engineered in collaboration with Maserati to perfectly match that specific vehicle model’s performance requirements, ensuring optimal balance, handling, and stability.
- Asymmetric Tread Design: The tread pattern is asymmetric, with specific inner and outer elements.
- Inner Tread: Features high silica content to provide superior safety in wet conditions and high resistance to hydroplaning.
- Outer Shoulder: Composed of large, rigid blocks to enhance steering responsiveness and provide maximum grip during high-speed cornering and sports driving.
- Advanced Compound: The innovative blend of silica and nano-composites in the tread compound ensures consistent performance in both cold and hot conditions, as well as excellent wet and dry grip.
- Pirelli Noise Cancelling System (PNCS): Many versions of the P Zero run-flat incorporate an integrated sound-absorbing device within the inner wall of the tire to significantly reduce cabin noise, contributing to a more comfortable and quiet ride.
- Construction: The internal structure includes twin steel belts reinforced with hybrid nylon and Kevlar zero-degree cap plies, which provide structural integrity, enhance high-speed capabilities, and prevent tread deformation.
