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Originally Posted by CapriRacer
There are load tables that delineate the relationship between inflation pressure and load. These max out at some inflation pressure. That point is called the rating point - although the terms "Rated Load" and "Rated Inflation Pressure" are the way it is usually stated.
The rated load will be imprinted on the sidewall of the tire. However, the rated inflation pressure may or may not be - usually not. If the term "Max Pressure" is used, it usually means this is NOT the rated pressure.
For Standard Load Passenger Car tires built to the US tire standard, the rated inflation pressure is 35 psi. For Standard Load Passenger Car tires built to metric standards, the rated inflation pressure 2.5 bar (36 psi) with appropriate difference in max load.
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A certain major tire maker contradicts this.
Defender | Michelin Tires
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Max Load, Single (lb @ PSI)
1433@44
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Max load is rated
AT the tire's max 44 psi.