200/58/15 GoodYear Slick Rain tyre Prototype

1. Product Introduction

The GoodYear Slick Rain circuit tyre 200/58/15, also referenced 200/580R15, is a competition tyre intended for use on wet or soggy tracks. Coming from the Dunlop Racing heritage, this GoodYear rain tyre is designed to offer traction, steering precision and efficient water evacuation in difficult grip conditions.

2. Role of the part

The circuit rain tyre ensures contact between the car and the track when weather conditions significantly reduce grip. Its rain-specific W3 compound and its adapted profile help maintain good stability, limit loss of traction and improve vehicle control when braking, accelerating and supporting.

3. Symptoms or consequences of a worn or defective part

A worn, hardened or unsuitable rain tyre can lead to a significant loss of grip, increased braking distances, reduced traction when exiting corners and an increased risk of aquaplaning. On the track, a degraded tyre can also cause a drop in performance, irregular wear and less precise behavior of the running gear.

4. Advantages of replacement

• Improved grip on damp or wet tracks.
• Better water evacuation thanks to a rain profile adapted to competition.
• Gain confidence when braking and cornering in difficult conditions.
• More precise and consistent behavior on the track.
• W3 compound optimised for rainy conditions.
• Ideal solution for track days, races and driving in wet conditions.

5. Characteristics

• Brand: Goodyear, formerly Dunlop
• Model: Slick Pluie circuit
• Range: Wet-weather Slick (Rain Tire)
• Size: 200/58/15 - 200/580/15
• References: 200/580R15 GY WET-L PP 02W3 and 200/580R15 GY WET-R PP 02W3
• Eraser: W3 Rain
• Width: 8 inch
• Diameter: 582 mm
• Overall width: 224 mm
• Tread width: 197 mm
• Weight: 8,10 kg
• Use: competition, circuit, damp or wet track

6. Vehicle compatibility

This GoodYear Slick Rain 200/580R15 tyre is intended for competition vehicles equipped with 15 inch rims compatible with this size. It is particularly suitable for racing cars, trackday vehicles, light prototypes, prepared compact sedans and Renault Sport or Alpine competition models when the dimensions, wheel arch, rim width and sporting regulations authorize it.

Before assembly, it is recommended to check compatibility with the rim width, vehicle geometry, fender clearance, outside diameter of the tyre and the regulations of the championship or organizer.

7. Conclusion

The GoodYear 200/580R15 Slick Rain W3 tyre is a high-performance choice for operating your competition car on wet tracks, with an excellent compromise between grip, safety and steering precision in wet conditions.