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Konig
Konig K-Summit Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - Square Link - Self Tensioning - 1 Pair
Part Number: TH02230K44
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$558.33
2016 Suzuki GSX-R
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Konig Tire Chains - TH02230K44
Highlights
- Custom Fit for Your Vehicle: Chains made to match your tire size for a snug fit
- Zero-Clearance Fit: Mounts only on tread with 0 mm internal clearance to protect rims and suspension parts.
- No-Stop Tightening: Self-tensions and self-centers as you drive—no need to recheck or retighten.
- Smooth, Steady Grip: Diamond pattern and square D-links bite ice while keeping the ride smooth.
- Quick Lug-Nut Mount: Clamps to a lug nut with included adapters for easy, clean installs in snow.
- Compliant with Chain Laws: SAE Class S design meets low-clearance regulations for road legality.
Features to know about
Confident Traction in Snow and Ice: Diamond Pattern with Ice-Breaking Plates
When the roads turn icy or snow piles up, these Konig K-Summit chains bite in with a diamond-shaped pattern and square links that keep steady contact with the surface. The traction plates break through packed ice, while the smaller link size gives a smoother, less bumpy ride. The design keeps you moving when lesser chains start slipping.
No Room Behind the Wheel: Zero-Clearance Class S Design
If your vehicle has tight wheel-well space, these chains are built just for that. They ride only on the tire tread and need 0 mm of internal clearance, so there’s no contact with suspension or brake parts. They’re SAE Class S compatible and leave your rims untouched for a clean, protected setup that works where other chains can’t fit.
No Stopping to Retighten: Self-Tensioning System Keeps Chains Centered
Once mounted, the K-Summit chains automatically tighten and center as you drive. That means no pulling over to readjust. The mechanism keeps a uniform grip on the tire—even on worn treads—so traction stays consistent mile after mile. You get peace of mind knowing they’ll stay snug without extra tools or fiddling in the snow.
Fast On, Fast Off: Lug-Nut Mount with Quick-Release System
Each chain attaches directly to a wheel lug nut using the supplied fixing key and adapter. It’s a straightforward connection that stays secure, and when you’re done, the external release system lets you remove everything quickly. Foldable arms make storage simple, and the included nylon bag keeps them ready for the next storm.
Built for Real-World Winter Driving: Strong Materials and Smart Details
From the sturdy arms to the geometric structure that holds its shape under load, every part of these chains is engineered for strength and precision. They come as a pair for 14" – 19" tires and include 17 mm, 19 mm, and 21–22 mm lug nut adapters. With their 5-year warranty, these K-Summit chains give dependable performance season after season on snow-covered roads.
Specs
Application
- Tire size range: 14" - 19" tires (for exact sizes, see below)
Compatibility
- Class: SAE Class S compatible
- Internal clearance required: 0 mm
- A: a minimum of 1.46" (37 mm) between the top of the tire tread and the wheel well
- B: at least 0.59" (15 mm) between the tire's sidewall and the vehicle
Lug Nut / Bolt
- Lug nut/bolt size: 19 mm and 21 to 22 mm
Quantity
- Included: 2 tire chains
Warranty
- Warranty length: 5-Year warranty
Note
- Usage note: To determine whether you can use snow chains on your vehicle, or if they might affect your ABS/EPS functionality, consult your owner's manual.
Confirming Your Fit
If you know your tire size, you may think you won't need to test fit your new chains. But there are a lot of variables that can affect whether chains will fit your specific tires, including your tire type, the amount of air pressure in the tire, the amount of tread wear, and the tire manufacturer.We recommend that you order chains as early in the season as possible to give yourself plenty of time to test fit the chains and reorder if needed. This way, you won't be stuck out in the cold later with snow chains that don't fit.
You can test fit these chains in your garage or driveway, but you'll want to wait until there's snow on the ground to actually drive with them. Likewise, if you're out in the snow and come across bare pavement, you'll want to pull over and remove the chains. These chains can cause damage to the bare pavement, your garage floor, or your vehicle if they break from the wear of riding on a harsh surface.
2004505744 Konig K-Summit Snow Chains - Size K44
Replaces 02230K44 Konig K-Summit Snow Chains - Size K44
These chains fit the following tire sizes:
- 175/80-16
- 175/80-16S
- 185/75-16
- 185/75-16S
- 185/80-15
- 185/80-15S
- 195/70-16
- 195/70-16S
- 205/55-18
- 205/55-18S
- 205/60-17
- 205/60-17S
- 205/75-15
- 205/75-15S
- 205/80-14
- 205/80-14S
- 215/60-17
- 215/60-17S
- 215/65-16
- 215/65-16S
- 215/70-15
- 215/70-15S
- 215/75-14
- 215/75-14S
- 225/40-20
- 225/40-20S
- 225/45-19
- 225/45-19S
- 225/50-18
- 225/50-18S
- 225/55-17
- 225/55-17S
- 225/55-17X
- 225/60-16
- 225/60-16S
- 235/60-16
- 235/60-16S
- 235/70-14
- 235/70-14S
- 245/35-20
- 245/35-20K
- 245/35-20S
- 245/40-19
- 245/40-19S
- 245/45-18
- 245/45-18S
- 245/50-17
- 245/50-17S
- 245/55-16
- 245/55-16S
- 245/60-15
- 245/60-15S
- 255/35-20
- 255/35-20S
- 255/40-19
- 255/40-19K
- 255/40-19S
- 255/45-18
- 255/45-18S
- 255/50-17
- 255/50-17S
- 255/55-16
- 255/55-16S
- 255/60-15
- 255/60-15S
- 275/35-19
- 275/35-19S
- 275/40-18
- 275/40-18S
- 275/45-17
- 275/45-17S
- 275/55-15
- 275/55-15S
- 285/30-20
- 285/30-20S
- 285/35-19
- 285/35-19K
- 285/35-19S
- 285/40-18
- 285/40-18S
- 295/30-20
- 295/30-20S
- 295/35-19
- 295/35-19K
- 295/35-19S
- 295/50-15
- 295/50-15S
Ratings & Reviews
4.6
86 reviews
by:
JB
11/26/2017
Fits tight as a drum! The K44 is nice and snug on my 19’s. Kinda nervous about the stress on the tensioning strap and lug nut clinchers, but these things will be sweet if the Engineers did their job right! Only plan to use these for a few miles at a time, so if all goes well they’ll last me a good long while
by:
Carlos
03/02/2011
to assembly it due to lack of written instructions along with the illustration, I was able to mount them with technical help from the manufacurer engineering dept. I am very unsure if I made a good choice in purchasing this product. I was led by the marketing of easiness of installation. Now I realize that if one link on the chain breaks, the whole chain safety is compromise whereas in a standard cheaper model (+- $40) you can just remove one link across the tire and replace it easily.
According to Tech. dept. from Thule if on single linkin this chain breaks you can use an emmergency link tighted with plier, but the chain needs to be mailed back to Thurle for repair or replacement. This is a hassle for such a high priced, premium, "ahead of time design". Sure the idea is good, but needs improvement.
The same design that makes it easy of use, renders it useless in case of a broken link. I have not driven with them on snow, but I already see its flaw and I am unsure if I made a wise investment.
It came with one year warranty, but you get the hassle of having to return them for replacement while you go to Pep Boys and buy a cheaper reliable cable chain while the white elephant is in the shop.
What if it breaks after the one year warranty? Waht happened to your U$ 405 plus shipping investment that should bring you peace of mind?
These are a few thought I want to share with you.
Have a great day.
According to Tech. dept. from Thule if on single linkin this chain breaks you can use an emmergency link tighted with plier, but the chain needs to be mailed back to Thurle for repair or replacement. This is a hassle for such a high priced, premium, "ahead of time design". Sure the idea is good, but needs improvement.
The same design that makes it easy of use, renders it useless in case of a broken link. I have not driven with them on snow, but I already see its flaw and I am unsure if I made a wise investment.
It came with one year warranty, but you get the hassle of having to return them for replacement while you go to Pep Boys and buy a cheaper reliable cable chain while the white elephant is in the shop.
What if it breaks after the one year warranty? Waht happened to your U$ 405 plus shipping investment that should bring you peace of mind?
These are a few thought I want to share with you.
Have a great day.
by:
Carl
12/14/2018
Hyundai
Genesis
I only used it one time during the year,but it sure came in handy. It is particularly useful for me because of the very limited space in the wheel well of the Genesis coup. Fitting to the lug bolt was a little tricky but did work.
I try to travel into the Rockies at least once a winter so that’s why I bought the chains
I try to travel into the Rockies at least once a winter so that’s why I bought the chains
by:
Aviator1
03/04/2017
2011
BMW
5 Series
Great product and fast shipping from etrailer. I purchased the Konig K-Summit chains for my 2011 BMW 535i. They are easy to install and take off. Make sure you install the chains at home before you need them. The lug nut attachments that came in the box would not fit the lug nuts on my cars wheel, so I had to obtain an attachment that did fit. Do not exceed 30MPH when the chains are installed. The chains will come apart and damage your car if you exceed the speed restriction. Unfortunately, this happened to me when using my first pair of Thule K-Summit chains - new tire and body damage $2,000. But if you stay below 30MPH , the chains are great.
by:
Osain Glenn
10/12/2017
I received the packaged and I'm very satisfied so far. Tomorrow morning I will fit the chains on the tires to see if my purchased is "A" one.
by:
Jacob
03/15/2023
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Yufeng
02/20/2021
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Greg
01/13/2022
2021
Volvo
XC40
by:
Wes
01/30/2026
etrailer was awesome to deal with, processed my purchase and shipped it out very quickly. I like these chains, although they have some trouble self-tensioning on my tires. The chain on the inside gets caught in the tread of my tire, so you have to push it up and past that part to get it installed properly.
by:
Billy
11/03/2025
2022
chevrolet
Equinox
These chains fit my 2022 chevrolet equinox perfectly. The manual on the car says not to use snow chains. There's no clearance behind the wheels and chains would hit and possibly mess up the brakes. I didn't know this untill I tryed to put chains on and they were no clearance and looked at the manual.I found these k summit chains I knew I had to have them. I fitted them on my car, they are so easy to put on and take off. I haven't had any snow to use them yet but winter is just starting and I will up date my review after we get snow.
by:
Alan
01/10/2026
2026
BMW
X5
Great quality, easy to setup and install, and convenient to carry. Thanks etrailer.com for providing additional instruction videos as well. Recommended.
by:
Ted
12/12/2021
Awesome grip. Easy to put in and take off. Great for low-clearance (oversized) wheels. Worth the price.
by:
Paul
11/25/2018
2013
Honda
Accord
Had these K-Summit "chains" for a Toyota Corolla for 5+ years, and they worked so well that I immediately bought a new pair to fit my 2013 Honda Accord (different tire size), and they also work great. Used them the other day in 6" of unplowed snow, on the hill I live on. As long as you go slow (I usually drive < 25 MPH) they just keep moving you forward. Two quick notes: 1) I noticed going uphill that my wheels started skidding, then stopping, and repeated that annoying cycle, which made it harder than usual to continue moving forward. I quickly figured out that this was the way the anti-spin system worked on the car (which doesn't want you to spin your wheels). I disabled that and that odd behavior stopped. 2) The fitting guide, which tells you how many "links" or "regulation elements" (as the instructions calls them) to remove to fit the chain to the tire, is assuming you're placing them on all-season tires. When you use snow tires, as I do, you have to remove more links to get the chain to fit correctly. This is not a problem, but it's useful to know. The representative from Thule, the company from whom I bought my original set, admitted that they should mention this in the instruction guide.
by:
John
11/09/2023
So these are really expensive but there weren't a lot of options for my wide 22" tires. Are they worth it? Absolutely! These are my first chains so I wasn't sure what to expect, but once you make the initial size adjustments, it is super easy to get these on! I've seen other cars on the side of the road struggling to get their traditional chains on, where you have to lay down the chains, drive over, then wrap them around the tire and secure them.
With these, I just unfold them, push them onto the tires as far as they will go over the top and front and back, and slowly drive forward until they auto-adjust in place. A quick stop to double-check and make sure they are on all the way, and off I go.
Love them!
With these, I just unfold them, push them onto the tires as far as they will go over the top and front and back, and slowly drive forward until they auto-adjust in place. A quick stop to double-check and make sure they are on all the way, and off I go.
Love them!
John
12/9/2024
Great!
by:
JM
07/22/2017
2016
Mini
Cooper
This is an update to the review for the 2017 MINI Cooper with 205/45-17 tires. By taking off both spacers (red and silver), I was able to get the chains to center on the tire - I might even be able to put one of the chain tightening screws back on, maybe more as the tread wears down. So I think they're going to work well this winter. I'll bump the review up to five stars when I can figure out how to get them to easily fit into the carrying case.
Jm
7/23/2018
These worked great. The first time I used them, I didnt tighten the screw enough and one of the chains came off while driving. But after learning to tighten them enough, I had no problems. It was a mild winter, but at least I know that driving 20 miles in 5 of unplowed snow up the mountain highway isnt a problem. And I finally figured out how to get them back into the case.
by:
Phil B.
12/11/2016
Chevrolet
Colorado
These are adapters to allow the associated chain set fit some uncommon tire lugs. The adapters work flawlessly. Ordered them for the chain set as the rims on my vehicle require them. Fit perfectly as did the chains after adjustment.
However, I don't know how well they actually work on snow and ice. Based on experience with a number of other chain sets I see no reason to doubt their reliability and efficiency.
Backstory: Ordered a set for a trip to Colorado over Christmas & New Year's as we were expecting snow and ice as we were planning to travel to Estes Park, Denver, Colorado Springs, Salida, Buena Vista, Leadville, etc. Received our order quickly and correctly. Tried chains on tires and made fitting adjustments per instructions for exact tire size. Played with the chains a few times to make sure I knew how to get them deployed quickly. They are extremely easy to put on once they are adjusted. Watch the video - it really is that easy.
Fast forward a few weeks, we went on our trip. Got not much more than a dusting the whole trip and never had to put the chains on.
Meanwhile, back home, there were something like 129,000 poor bxxxxxxs waiting for the roads to be cleared and power to be restored from the huge ice and snow storms.
At the end of our trip we drove home over clear roads surrounded by big piles of plowed snow. Arrived home to find our neighbors huge tree uprooted and blown over. We didn't receive any damage. Next day got the hound out of doggie jail pretty much as if nothing had happened.
I like these chains!
However, I don't know how well they actually work on snow and ice. Based on experience with a number of other chain sets I see no reason to doubt their reliability and efficiency.
Backstory: Ordered a set for a trip to Colorado over Christmas & New Year's as we were expecting snow and ice as we were planning to travel to Estes Park, Denver, Colorado Springs, Salida, Buena Vista, Leadville, etc. Received our order quickly and correctly. Tried chains on tires and made fitting adjustments per instructions for exact tire size. Played with the chains a few times to make sure I knew how to get them deployed quickly. They are extremely easy to put on once they are adjusted. Watch the video - it really is that easy.
Fast forward a few weeks, we went on our trip. Got not much more than a dusting the whole trip and never had to put the chains on.
Meanwhile, back home, there were something like 129,000 poor bxxxxxxs waiting for the roads to be cleared and power to be restored from the huge ice and snow storms.
At the end of our trip we drove home over clear roads surrounded by big piles of plowed snow. Arrived home to find our neighbors huge tree uprooted and blown over. We didn't receive any damage. Next day got the hound out of doggie jail pretty much as if nothing had happened.
I like these chains!
by:
JB in Fresno
03/09/2019
BMW
X3
We have a BMW X3 in the foothills of the Sierras and need to have chains on hand. Normal chains are not an option for the BMW X3. On the surface theses seem like a very slick product. In reality maybe for some. There are limited Choices for the X3, The K-Summit Size: K45 seem OK but I have issues and concerns.
Once received you have to fit the chains to your tires. DO HIS IN THE GARAGE BEFORE YOU GO ANYWHERE. Doing this on the road in the snow would be a pain. If you like IKEA you’ll love the instructions. (Well maybe not that bad). Go on-line and look at some videos. I needed to remove 4 “regulation elements” on each chain to fit our tires. Tools are provided but I used a metric socket and a cordless drill to help with this and it took maybe 5 minutes. With hand tools the 8 total “elements’ would have taken 20 or more.
Now basically shove the chain more or less in place with plastic “pads at 10:00, 2:00, 4:00 and 8:00 O’Clock positions on the tire.
Next make sure you have the correct size lug nut adapter and the proper spacing from the rim. Supposedly just put the adaptor on a lug, with the indicating tip toward the rim center and tighten the bolt with the supplied wrench.
I found issues with the 17mm lug adapter and the 17mm BMW lug. The BMW lug is not very tall and the adapter never felt very securely seated to me. (Yes I made sure the adapter is seated correctly in the “cup”; instructions mention this). This may be better on other vehicles.
Lastly, pull the crank until you see the red line on the nylon strap. Dive forward 50 feet or so so the chains will move onto the tire. We got out of the car to check and it still required a couple of short toe kicks to fully get them securely on.
In summary they seem to “work OK”. I didn’t find any better options available for the X3. Once set up they are fairly easy to install with the exception of the lug nut connection which I found insecure and fussy on the X3. The plastic components give me concern for durability. Will they become brittle and break in cold temperatures or over extended use? Time will tell. Very costly if there is a failure on the road warrantee not withstanding.
Once received you have to fit the chains to your tires. DO HIS IN THE GARAGE BEFORE YOU GO ANYWHERE. Doing this on the road in the snow would be a pain. If you like IKEA you’ll love the instructions. (Well maybe not that bad). Go on-line and look at some videos. I needed to remove 4 “regulation elements” on each chain to fit our tires. Tools are provided but I used a metric socket and a cordless drill to help with this and it took maybe 5 minutes. With hand tools the 8 total “elements’ would have taken 20 or more.
Now basically shove the chain more or less in place with plastic “pads at 10:00, 2:00, 4:00 and 8:00 O’Clock positions on the tire.
Next make sure you have the correct size lug nut adapter and the proper spacing from the rim. Supposedly just put the adaptor on a lug, with the indicating tip toward the rim center and tighten the bolt with the supplied wrench.
I found issues with the 17mm lug adapter and the 17mm BMW lug. The BMW lug is not very tall and the adapter never felt very securely seated to me. (Yes I made sure the adapter is seated correctly in the “cup”; instructions mention this). This may be better on other vehicles.
Lastly, pull the crank until you see the red line on the nylon strap. Dive forward 50 feet or so so the chains will move onto the tire. We got out of the car to check and it still required a couple of short toe kicks to fully get them securely on.
In summary they seem to “work OK”. I didn’t find any better options available for the X3. Once set up they are fairly easy to install with the exception of the lug nut connection which I found insecure and fussy on the X3. The plastic components give me concern for durability. Will they become brittle and break in cold temperatures or over extended use? Time will tell. Very costly if there is a failure on the road warrantee not withstanding.
by:
Carl
03/15/2021
I am using K-Summit chains on a Chevy Bolt to get to a house in the Blue Ridge Mountains. I need the extra grip to get up some steep hills if there is snow or ice on the ground. The chains successfully allow me to climb hills through snow at least 4 inches deep and over ice where I could not otherwise go. The chains are easy to install and remove. The problem is that after a few uses several of the D Links broke. The advantage is that the Konig sent replacement chains under warranty. (There was a bit of a communication mix up between Italy and the United States. If I was a bit more persistent, I'm sure the warranty process would have been much quicker.) Haven't yet had a need to put the replacement chains to much use, so don't yet know whether I received a defective set of chains or whether this design is not suited to my use (which shouldn't be overly demanding). The purchase was quick and easy with etrailer.com. The warranty replacement was handled directly by Konig.
by:
RMD
10/21/2020
I am very impressed with the quality, unique design and ease of installation. I have test fit these chains to our vehicle and the fit is great for our application where the chains cannot extend to the inside of the tire as there is no clearance. Having said this, to date we have not used the chains in the snow. We live in the Sierra Mountains of California in a location where we are required to carry chains. However, in our area it is rare that the road crews have not cleared the snow to the point where four-wheel-drive will suffice. I'm assuming I would rate these chains with five stars after actual road use.
by:
Carlos
01/09/2021
2021
Tesla
Model S
It fits! I have a Tesla Model S with 21" staggered wheels, I don't need chains but I must carry to comply and it gives me peace of mind.
etrailer can't recommend it, but Konig's website did Say the XL K55 model fits 265/35-21.
It came with 3 size of nut grabbers and nut spacers. There was no manual in the box but I found it online. The manual is needed because the chain can be made wider removing some springs and the manual says how many according to the tire size.
etrailer can't recommend it, but Konig's website did Say the XL K55 model fits 265/35-21.
It came with 3 size of nut grabbers and nut spacers. There was no manual in the box but I found it online. The manual is needed because the chain can be made wider removing some springs and the manual says how many according to the tire size.
by:
Dan
12/18/2025
2023
Audi
SQ7
Excellent service. They helped me find a product that I could not find.
by:
Mark F.
07/23/2016
Honda
Accord
Etrailer.com did an excellent job in shipping the two sets of chains that I ordered. Super detailed tracking information was awesome. It always makes me nervous when buying over the internet that a retailer may ship the wrong item especially considering how many different sizes these chains are available. I will point out that the chains were advertised as Thule. However, I received one set of Thule and the other set was Konig who bought out this chain line from Thule in 12/2015. In comparing the two brands side-by-side, the components and build are absolutely indistinguishable from each other with the exception of the brand stickers. I have no reason to believe one brand to be superior to the other. The K56's fit my Honda Accord 225/65/17 tires like a glove. They are a combination of simplicity and sophistication, if that's possible. I can't wait to try them out on the ice and snow. Thank you etrailer.com and I would definitely order from you again.
by:
Paul I
05/11/2021
I'm giving these four stars as I haven't tried them in snow. I bought them in Spring to save a few $$.
The instructions are a little weird as the English translation isn't great and the pics are unclear in a few places. The instruction videos on etrailer are very helpful.
You MUST set these up before you need to use them as they have to be sized to your specific tire dimensions and lug nut.
The tightening wrench has a torque setting. When you fit the lug nut connection you tighten until you hear a click. It ends up really tight and took a little work to remove.
After the lug connection is on, you tighten a ratchet before rolling the vehicle to complete installation. I didn't notice at first you only tighten until you see a line of red stitching. Because of that the chain didn't go on property. I reset and tried again and all was fine.
These go on very tight. At least if you follow instructions to the letter.
Hope they do what I need them to do in winter.
The instructions are a little weird as the English translation isn't great and the pics are unclear in a few places. The instruction videos on etrailer are very helpful.
You MUST set these up before you need to use them as they have to be sized to your specific tire dimensions and lug nut.
The tightening wrench has a torque setting. When you fit the lug nut connection you tighten until you hear a click. It ends up really tight and took a little work to remove.
After the lug connection is on, you tighten a ratchet before rolling the vehicle to complete installation. I didn't notice at first you only tighten until you see a line of red stitching. Because of that the chain didn't go on property. I reset and tried again and all was fine.
These go on very tight. At least if you follow instructions to the letter.
Hope they do what I need them to do in winter.
by:
Ray J
11/22/2020
It works! Not so easy to learn how to use/installation (lack of online and general installation guide) but once figure out, it works. It's costly (10 times more expensive than normal snow chains) but I guess that's the price to pay for Porsche chain; yaiks! I wish they address those 2 issues in the future; price and installation instruction.
by:
Sean Jordan
02/25/2019
2016
Volkswagen
Passat
Hands down best chains on the market. No better feeling than pulling up next to people doing the chain shuffle and being done by time your hands even get cold! These chains payed for themselves the day they showed up. K-summit chains allowed me to plow through 16 inches of snow in my VW passat to get my child to the hospital in an emergency situation. Only issue I've had is I drive crazy in the snow and threw off my chains twice. Easy on and easy off. Perfect for people that live in the mountains. I put on and take off 3-6 times per day with no issues. Absolutely love them. 6 out of 5 stars!
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view full answer... - Thule K-Summit Tire Chain Max Speed RatingThe recommended top speed on the Thule K-Summit Snow Tire Chains, part # TH02230K44 is 30 miles per hour (50 km/h).
view full answer... - Recommended Best Tire Chains Compatible with 225/65R17 TiresThe Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - K-Summit - Size K44 # TH02230K44 cannot have chains added to fit the new tire size. You would need the Size K66 # TH02230K66 for the correct fit on your 225/65R17 tires. If you want other options confirmed to fit, I've attached a link to the confirmed fits. Although the K-Summit is the best option because it has no addition to the internal clearance so there will be plenty of room between the inner sidewall...
view full answer... - Tire Chain Recommendation for 2016/2017 Subaru Crosstrek and Which Axle to UseI checked the owners manual of the 2016/2017 Subaru Crosstrek and they state to run Class S compatible traction devices only on the front axle. For your tire size of 225/55-17 the best solution for that is the Konig K-Summit chains part # TH02230K44 because these actually do not drape over the inside of the tire sidewall at all so there would be no risk for clearance issues at all. See picture. These also provide great traction and are easy to install. I attached a link to a review video...
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- Snow Chain Recommendation for a 2015 BMW X3 with 245/45-19 What tire size do you have? If you have the 245/45-19 the best chance you have for a set of tire chains would be the Thule K-Summit part # TH02230K44. Unlike most chains these require zero inner tire clearance since they do not drape over the inner sidewall of the tire at all so they are great for vehicles that do not have much clearance. These also do not touch the rims like other chains do. While we can't recommend you use chains on a vehicle that the manufacturer states they can't be...
view full answer... - Snow Chains for a 2018 BMW X1 with 225/50/18 TiresYes, the Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - K-Summit - Size K44 item # TH02230K44 you were looking at will fit your 2018 BMW X1 with 225/50/18 tires.
view full answer... - Tire Chains for 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek with 225/55-17 TiresAuto makers get the final word when it comes to using tire chains on their vehicles. The best place to start your review is your Crosstrek owner's manual. I reviewed an online version and in section 8-11 the manual states that tire chains cannot be used on the XV Crosstrek due to limited clearance between the tires and the vehicle body. It further states that special low-profile S-Class traction devices can be used on the front tires only when those tires are compatible with a specific...
view full answer... - Using Konig Snow Tire Chains on VW Jetta Studded Snow TiresI do have a solution for you, however the Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K66 are not designed to fit the 255/55R16 size tires on your VW Jetta. For this tire size, I instead recommend the Konig Premium # TH02230K44. These are top of the line, self-centering and self-tensioning tire chains that feature exclusive steel tensioning springs for a perfect fit. These will fit just fine over your studded snow tires, but you will want to take some precaution, as its possible...
view full answer... - Will Thule K44 Snow Tire Chains Fit a 285/35-19 Tire Size on a 2006 Chevy CorvetteAccording to the Thule snow chain fit guide, the K44 Premium Self-adjusting Snow Tire Chains, # TH02230K44, will fit tire size 285/35-19. These are Thules top of the line chains designed for easy installation and protection of alloy wheels.
view full answer... - Recommended Snow Tire Chains for a 2017 Mini Countryman ESIf you have the standard size Mini wheels of 225/55-17 that come on most models, then I recommend the Pewag Servo RS Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - 1 Pair # PWRS76 and have a link thickness of 3.2 mm. These are Class S rated chains which means they meet minimum clearance standard and you will need chains with that Class S rating for your vehicle. A premium option is to use the Konig Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - K-Summit - Size K44 # TH02230K44....
view full answer... - Will Thule K-Summit Tire Chains Fit a 2016 BMW X1 with 225/50-18 TiresThe K-Summit tire chains # TH02230K44 will fit tire size 225/50R18. I have linked the instructions for you. Because these chains do not have any part that fits on the inboard sidewall of the tire there will not be any interference with components near the tires. Be sure to consult the vehicle owner's manual for additional information on the use of tire chains.
view full answer... - Tire Chains for a 2008 Volvo S-80 AWDWhen a vehicle owner's manual or manufacturer says something like Use only Volvo approved chains that means they want you to buy them from Volvo or a Volvo dealer when in reality they should just tell you what makes chains approved or not. Basically you will need Class S compatible chains or cables because there is limited clearance between the tires and vehicle components. Also, on your vehicle the chains should only be used on the front wheels. If you are able to turn off any type of...
view full answer... - Snow Chain Use on 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek with P225/55R17 TiresWhen it comes to using tire chains, the auto maker gets to have the final word. On page 8-11 of the online owner's manual Subaru indicates that standard tire chains cannot be used due to limited clearance between the tires and the vehicle body, but that special low-profile S-Class traction devices CAN be used but only on the FRONT tires. Thule's K-Summit Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains # TH02230K44 are S-Class rated and will fit your P225/55R17 size tires. These advanced self-tensioning...
view full answer... - Tire Chains Suitable for Use on 2013 Ford Flex and 2014 Mazda 6Your first step when considering tire chains on any vehicle is a check of the owner's manual for any guidance or restrictions regarding their use. Many passenger cars are limited to using special low-profile S-Class chains that do not require too much wheel well clearance. Before purchasing any tire chain check your two vehicles' manuals carefully and if in doubt speak to your local dealerships. Tire chains come in a variety of types and with varying features. Some are on-road only while...
view full answer... - Tire Chains for a 2016 Maserati GranTurismo with 245/35-20 TiresFor your 2016 Maserati GranTurismo and 245/35-20 tires I wouldn't use anything but K-Summit chains # TH02230K44. With these chains there is nothing that wraps around the tires. Its all on the tread and outer sidewall. These chains also have rim protection so they won't damage the wheels. Be sure to consult the vehicle owner's manual for specific information on the use of tire chains. I have also included a link to our tire chain help article for you to check out.
view full answer... - Low Clearance Tire Chain Recomendation for 2016 Chevy Malibu with 225/55R17 TiresI have a solution for you but the # PW1038 is not going to provide you with the needed clearance. It requires 15 mm clearance and your 2016 Chevy Malibu only has 12 mm of clearance to work with. The best solution I can recommend is the K-Summit Chains part # TH02230K44 as they do not go over the inner shoulder of the tire so no clearance is required.
view full answer... - 2015 Chevy SS Snow Chain Recommendation for Tire Size 275/35-19For your 2015 Chevy SS with tire size 275/35-19 there's only one tire chain set we offer I would recommend due to the limited clearances your vehicle is going to have and the fact you'll most likely want to keep our wheels as nice as possible. For that you'd want the Konig K-Summit Chains part # TH02230K44 which due to how they install basically do not require any clearance since they do not drape over the inner sidewall. These also won't contact your wheels either so there wouldn't be...
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- Thule K-Summit Tire Chain Recommendation for a 245/45-18 Size TireYes, the Thule K-Summit Tire Chains part # TH02230K44 that you referenced will fit the tire size 245/45-18 that you have and that you sent in a picture of. These chains are great because they don't drape over the inside corner of the tire so they do not require any amount of inner tire clearance and they don't touch the rim so you don't have to worry about them damaging the nice finish of your wheels. For an all wheel drive vehicle ideally you would put chains on all four wheels as that...
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- Difference Between TH02230K44 & TH02230K45 Snow Tire Chains For 2019 Subaru ForesterThe only difference is size; the Konig K-Summit Tire Chains # TH02230K44 do not fit your 2019 Subaru Forester with either 225/55-18 or 225/60-17 tires, the correct fit is the previously recommended chain, the Konig K-Summit Tire Chains # th02230k45.
view full answer... - Snow Chain Recommendation for 215/65R16 Tires on a 2014 Volkswagen Transporter T5For the 215/65R16 size tires on your 2014 Volkswagen Transporter T5 I recommend going with the Konig Self-Tensioning, Low-Pro Snow Tire Chains # TH04115102 as they are very easy to install and are Class S compatible as they only require 9 mm of internal clearance. If the problem is that the chains come in contact with components on the back side of the tire then I recommend using the K-Summit K44 Chains # TH02230K44 instead. These are self-tensioning as well and the unique design allows...
view full answer... - Will Thule K-Summit K44 Tire Chains Fit 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek with 225/55-17 Size TireThe Thule K-Summit Premium Self-Tensioning Snow Tire Chains, Size K44 # TH02230K44 are confirmed to fit the 225/55-17 size tires on your 2014 Subaru XV Crosstrek. The owner's manual for your XV Crosstrek says tire chains should not be used, but that another type of traction device may be acceptable. The manual gives the example of spring chains, like the K-Summit # TH02230K44, as an alternative to tire chains. The K-Summit # TH02230K44 also comply with the requirement in the owner's...
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Paul
11/25/2019
Still great! Didn’t need them that often last season, but always nice to know they’re in the trunk if I do. Never been unable to complete trip with these “chains” attached.