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BluEarth-Van RY55Van and pickup tire review: is it good, who is it for
A van and pickup tire from Yokohama's BluEarth line, built for long wear, strong wet grip and better fuel economy.
- Type
- Van · pickup
- Sizes in Thailand
- 14–17 inch
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Wear life
- +50% vs. RY818
1 size in stock, 16-inch
Summary
BluEarth-Van RY55 is Yokohama's van and pickup tire from the BluEarth line, built for durability and long tread life. Yokohama says it lasts up to 50% longer than the previous RY818, with 9% shorter wet braking and 19% lower rolling resistance. It went on sale in 2018. In Thailand it comes in 14–17 inch sizes.
Key test results
Figures from Yokohama Rubber and Yokohama Thailand, vs. the previous RY818
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / model | Yokohama BluEarth-Van RY55 |
|---|---|
| Type | Van and pickup tire (BluEarth line) |
| Compared against | RY818 (Yokohama's previous model) |
| On sale | Rolling out since March 2018 in Asia (excluding Japan), Europe, Oceania and other regions |
| Sizes sold in Thailand | 9 sizes, 14–17 inch rims (mostly C sizes) |
| Manufacturer | The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. |
| EU tire label (EPREL) | 215/70R15C 109/107S: fuel efficiency C · wet grip B · noise 71 dB (all 33 listings, 15–17 inch: C · B · 71–72 dB) |
| EU label tire class | C2 (van / light commercial vehicle tires) |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · cuts, bulges and punctures for 100 days or 7,000 km (buy 4 tires, install at a Subphaisal branch and register per the brand's terms) · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 235/65R16 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- Passenger or delivery vans that cover long distances every day
- Pickups used for hauling that run C-size tires
- Commercial vehicle owners who want long tread life and better fuel economy
FAQ
Is the Yokohama BluEarth-Van RY55 good?
Yes, for vans and pickups in heavy use that need long-lasting tires. Yokohama says it lasts up to 50% longer than the previous RY818, with 9% shorter wet braking and 19% lower rolling resistance.
BluEarth-Van RY55 vs RY818: what's the difference?
Mainly wear resistance. The RY55 uses a new tread pattern, deep shoulder grooves, a Triple Polymer and silica compound and a new tire profile, giving 50% more wear life, 9% shorter wet braking and 19% lower rolling resistance than the RY818.
Can I put the BluEarth-Van RY55 on a pickup?
Yes. Yokohama Thailand lists it as a tire for vans and pickups. Most sizes in Thailand are C sizes (commercial tires that carry more load than passenger car tires). Choose the size and load index specified by your vehicle maker.
Does the BluEarth-Van RY55 save fuel?
It helps. Yokohama says rolling resistance is 19% lower than the RY818, thanks to its silica compound. Real results depend on load, tire pressure and driving style.
Where is the BluEarth-Van RY55 made?
Yokohama is a Japanese tire brand founded in 1917, headquartered in Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, with tire plants in many countries, including a plant at Amata City Industrial Estate in Rayong, Thailand, which has made passenger car and light truck tires since 2006. Yokohama does not state which plant makes each BluEarth-Van RY55 size. You can find the country of manufacture on each tire's sidewall.
What is the BluEarth-Van RY55 EU tire label rating?
All sizes registered in Europe are fuel efficiency grade C and wet grip grade B, with external noise of 71–72 dB. For example, the 215/70R15C 109/107S is rated C · B · 71 dB. This tire is in class C2 (van and light commercial vehicle tires), which uses different label criteria from passenger car tires.
What warranty does the BluEarth-Van RY55 have?
Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery, plus road hazard cover for cuts, bulges and punctures for 100 days or 7,000 km when you buy 4 tires, install them at a branch and register per the brand's terms. See the warranty page for details.
Where can I get the BluEarth-Van RY55 installed?
Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.
Sources: Yokohama Thailand — BluEarth-Van RY55 · Yokohama Rubber — BluEarth-Van RY55 · Yokohama Rubber — BluEarth-Van RY55 launch announcement (2018) · Yokohama Rubber — Corporate Data (founded Oct. 13, 1917 · headquartered in Hiratsuka) · Yokohama Rubber — Yokohama Tire Manufacturing (Thailand) Rayong plant · EU EPREL — BluEarth-Van RY55 215/70R15C 109/107S
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the BluEarth-Van RY55?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.