295/30ZR19 Nankang CRS tire

Nankang CRS / CR-S 295/30R19 100Y XL road-legal tire

The Nankang CRS / CR-S in size 295/30R19 is a high-performance semi-slick tire designed for sports cars, track-prepped vehicles, and demanding applications such as track days, historic hill climbs, or dynamic road driving. Being road-legal, it offers an excellent balance of grip, steering precision, and dry-surface efficiency, while its specialized design also allows for effective water evacuation.

Purpose of the part

Tires provide the direct link between the vehicle and the road, transmitting engine power, braking forces, and lateral loads during cornering. On a sports car, a semi-slick tire like the Nankang CRS / CR-S enhances traction, stability, and handling precision—especially under high-stress conditions.

The tread pattern is performance-oriented, featuring two wide circumferential grooves on the inner section to facilitate water evacuation. The outer area of the tire, inspired by profiles used in racing, optimizes grip and handling under load during high-speed cornering.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or unsuitable tire

• Loss of grip during acceleration, braking, or cornering
• Longer braking distances
• Lack of precision in steering
• Impaired vehicle handling during spirited driving
• Increased risk of hydroplaning on wet roads
• Uneven wear, which can lead to vibrations and a loss of stability

Benefits of replacement

• Improved grip on dry surfaces under high stress
• Enhanced stability when cornering or under lateral load
• More direct driving feedback, thanks to a reinforced sidewall
• Efficient water evacuation via wide inner grooves
• Rapid heat dissipation thanks to intermediate micro-grooves
• Performance characteristics suited for track days, spirited road driving, and historic hill climbs
• Road-legal tire for versatile use

Specifications

• Brand: Nankang
• Model: CRS / CR-S (road-legal)
• Size: 295/30R19
• Category: Semi-slick
• Load index: 100 XL
• Speed rating: Y
• Tread pattern designed for performance and sporty driving
• Two wide circumferential grooves for water evacuation
• Outer tread design inspired by motorsport
• Intermediate micro-grooves to facilitate heat dissipation
• Stiff sidewall featuring fiber-reinforced construction
• Free delivery

Vehicle compatibility

This Nankang CRS / CR-S 295/30R19 tire is compatible with vehicles equipped with 19-inch rims that accommodate the 295/30R19 size, provided that the manufacturer’s recommendations, load and speed ratings, and available wheel-well clearance are all respected.

It is particularly well-suited for sports cars, GTs, track-prepped vehicles, high-power rear-wheel-drive cars, and vehicles used for dynamic driving or track days. Before installation, it is recommended to verify that the tire matches the vehicle’s original or approved tire specifications.

Conclusion

The Nankang CRS / CR-S 295/30R19 100Y XL is a road-legal semi-slick tire, ideal for enthusiasts seeking a high level of grip, precise steering, and reliable, sporty handling—both on the road and on the track.