ASTM F2871-23 PDF

Full title and description

Standard Specification for 245/70R19.5 136/134M Radial Truck Standard Reference Test Tire (ASTM F2871-23). This specification defines the design, dimensions, storage conditions, and general requirements for a 245/70R19.5 136/134M radial truck tire used as a standard reference test tire for braking traction, snow traction, wear evaluations, pavement roughness, noise testing and other applications requiring a reference tire.

Abstract

F2871-23 provides the general requirements for a 19.5‑inch rim diameter code radial truck standard reference test tire (245/70R19.5 136/134M). The document specifies construction and dimensional requirements, storage conditions, and reference test uses (braking, snow traction, wear, noise, pavement roughness). It references test methods for materials and properties (for example D3182, D412) and includes procedures for measuring tread hardness with a Type A durometer.

General information

• Status: Superseded / withdrawn — the F2871-23 edition has been replaced by a later edition (ASTM F2871:25).
• Publication date: September 1, 2023 (F2871-23).
• Publisher: ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials).
• ICS / categories: 83.160.10 (Road vehicle tyres) — Rubber products and tires.
• Edition / version: F2871-23 (edition 2023).
• Number of pages: 5 pages.

Scope

This specification covers the general requirements for the 245/70R19.5 136/134M radial truck standard reference test tire, including its intended uses as a reference tire for braking traction, snow traction, wear performance evaluations and other tests (pavement roughness, noise, etc.). It provides design and construction parameters for a 19.5 rim diameter code truck tire and specifies standard storage conditions and units (SI preferred).

Key topics and requirements

• Designation and intended use of the 245/70R19.5 136/134M tire as a standard reference test tire for braking, snow traction, wear, noise and pavement roughness testing.
• Design and construction requirements for a 19.5‑inch rim diameter code truck tire (dimensions, load/pressure guidance as applicable).
• Storage and handling conditions for maintaining reference‑tire consistency.
• Referenced test methods for material properties and construction testing (examples: D3182, D412) and procedures for durometer hardness measurement (Type A durometer, specified presser foot conditions).
• Relations to other standard reference test tire specifications (cross‑references to F2493, F2870, F2872 and related documents).

Typical use and users

Used primarily by vehicle and tire test laboratories, pavement and road surface researchers, tire manufacturers and regulatory/test bodies that require a consistent reference tire for comparative tests (braking and traction tests, wear studies, noise and pavement interaction assessments). Laboratories that perform standardized tire property testing (durometer hardness, tensile tests) will reference this specification when a control/reference tire is required.

Related standards

Commonly referenced and related standards include ASTM F2493, F2870, F2872 (other standard reference test tires), material test standards D3182 and D412, and terminology/definitions from F538 and E867 where applicable. The specification is published within ASTM Volume 09.02 (Rubber products, tires).

Keywords

standard reference test tire; 245/70R19.5; radial truck tire; SRTT; braking traction; snow traction; wear evaluation; durometer; tire hardness; ASTM F2871.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F2871-23 is a 2023 ASTM specification that defines the 245/70R19.5 136/134M radial truck standard reference test tire and its general requirements for use as a reference/control tire in a variety of tests.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers design and construction details for the 19.5 rim diameter code reference tire, standard dimensions, recommended storage conditions, and intended uses such as braking traction, snow traction, wear testing, pavement roughness and noise testing. It also references material and measurement test methods (for example D3182, D412) and describes procedures like durometer tread hardness measurement.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Tire and vehicle test laboratories, tire manufacturers, pavement researchers, standards committees and regulatory/test organizations that need a reproducible reference tire for comparative tests.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: F2871-23 was published on September 1, 2023. It has since been superseded/withdrawn in the standards lifecycle and replaced by a later edition (ASTM F2871:25) with implementation/replace dates documented by national distributors and standards bodies. Users should reference the most recent ASTM F2871 edition for current requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — F2871 is one of several ASTM specifications for standard reference test tires and is related to other SRTT specifications (for example F2493, F2870, F2872) and sits within ASTM Volume 09.02 (rubber products, tires).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: standard reference test tire, SRTT, 245/70R19.5, radial truck tire, braking traction, snow traction, wear testing, durometer, ASTM F2871.