These heavy-duty, square-link tire chains provide excellent traction in snow and ice. The diamond-pattern design offers great tire coverage. Made of a durable, corrosion-resistant manganese nickel alloy with built-in tensioners to ease installation.
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Specs:
Installation
1. Spread the chain around the back of the tire.
2. Connect the yellow and blue cable at the back of the tire.
3. Push the cable into place behind the tire and center the cross chains on the tire's tread. Then, on the front side of the tire, join the 2 ends of the yellow side chain using the green hook.
4. Feed the silver draw chain with the rubber tensioner through the red channel at the bottom and pull it tight. Then run the tensioner through the red rings. (Note: Depending on your tire size, you might not be able to thread through both rings.) Pull the tensioner across the tire and fasten it to the yellow chain on the opposite side.
5. Pull your vehicle forward and retighten the chain.
How to Choose Snow Chains for Your Vehicle
To choose the right snow chain, you must match your tire size. Those measurements can be found on the side of your tire, as shown below.
185/60-15
These chains fit the following tire sizes:
Average Customer Rating: 4.7 out of 5 stars (1263 Customer Reviews)
These heavy-duty, square-link tire chains provide excellent traction in snow and ice. The diamond-pattern design offers great tire coverage. Made of a durable, corrosion-resistant manganese nickel alloy with built-in tensioners to ease installation.
However you want to look at it. Its a piece of equipment you never use tell you need it. But when you do, you will always be happy you bought the best. Fortunately/unfortunately I only have had to use them. 2 or 3 times and in the city when we had a major ice storm. They got me home. No frills they work, worth the money.
Looking for snow chains for a 4x4 truck with larger tires is no easy task. Working with etrailer team via email, was very smooth and easy, my questions answered.
I selected the TC2539 chain set due to the diamond pattern that has better sidewall traction and holding strength for use on off road trails during off camber driving.
Upon receipt, I quickly reviewed and sent the team an email asking about the square lug size that I measured vs the stated data on the website. My questions where quickly and professional addressed and resolved.
In the era of wanting and needing everything yesterday, and almost every company going away from human contact, etrailers is the pleasant exception with both personal email and telephone contact.
This is not my first purchase with etrailers and won't be my last, it was a very nice experience to deal with the team.
Rating is on my service contact. I have just received the new chains at the end of the snow season, so haven't yet run these chains. Past chains have been the same style and were great, much quieter on the road than ladder time due to extra contact.
Thanks
extremely quick turn around for shipping it out, and got everything delivered right to my door in a snap! .. Un-packed the shipping box to find very nice packaged chains in a heavy duty carrying case .. super impressed with the service and the competitive pricing .. thank you!
Good product. Easy to use.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
BE CAREFUL. I've been saving up for years to get my Model 3 SR+. This winter I planned to go on a trip to Reno with my family from SF and bought these chains in preparation for crossing the Sierra. Because of the good reviews I had high hopes and confidence. Unfortunately, these chains completely destroyed the area around my left tire. I made sure to travel under 25mph, the chains were put on correctly, and there was a solid layer of snow on the ground when using them. I'm not sure when it happened but a chain snapped and caused the loose chains to hit the bottom of the rear tire well. The protective layer of the tire well completely came off, tire rims were incredibly scratched up, underside of the protective layer is extremely scratched up, the side of the car panel damaged and sticking out.
Sierra K - 01/07/2022Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
These chains were amazing! I was a bit hesitant to go with chains over cables due to the car's manual saying to use cables, but after talking to Bob at etrailer, and watching the install videos, I went with them (on all four tires) and am glad I did! We went up to Yosemite for the New Year, and it snowed the day we drove in. We got through the gate into the park without needing chains, but once inside, the roads started to get covered, and though we have AWD, we don't have snow tires and the chains seemed like the best option. We pulled over and had the chains on all four tires within about 20 minutes. The car ran like a tank through the snow (and later, ice-covered roads) and I'm really happy we went with the chains rather than cables. After putting on the chains, we drove about 100 yards to check and tighten them. They were actually pretty tight - only had to tighten one. They really really came in handy driving through the Yosemite Valley, and the email responses I got from Bob prior to buying these showed me great customer service. The shipping speed was top notch as well, and overall, I'm happy that we went with etrailer to get these chains for our snow-covered trip to Yosemite.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
These chains are Awesome in every way! I live at 7500' on a mesa in W.new mexico, winter is get to town in the morning early while the roads are still frozen. . . otherwise its mud\snow\rock\ice, in a steady uphill climb. . . These chains go on so fast, (like 5min for a set). I use them on a 2001 AWD\4WD Expedition... FRONT end only and while I get some rear end sliding, the fronts just never break loose at all
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
From ordering, to shipment, tracking, delivery and follow-up, really top notch service. The videos that show how to install are perfect (pay attention to that first hooking of the chain after draping the chains over the tire - a very important step!!). The picture is of my practice run in Texas prior to heading to PA/NY for a couple of weeks - haven’t needed them yet, but have total peace of mind that if I do need them, all will be well - they performed great in my pasture!!
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Wow!! Installed in minutes and fit snug no chain flopping in fender well like other chains. These are half the weight than my other chains and Titans came with nice carry case as well. Thank you to Christina J for all your help and getting these to me just in time to hit the snow [thumbs up]
Steve F - 01/30/2022Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I haven't driven with them yet, but I like the size of the chain and the design, and expect them to ride smoother than ladder chains. The storage bag is nice also. They were easy to put on without moving the vehicle, and they fit perfectly on the 265/70-17 tires on my Toyota 4Runner. I've added a rubber tie down strap to tighten them further just in case. In the photo the vehicle hasn't moved yet, I might have to adjust them a bit, but they do feel pretty tight already.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Tire chains are too loose, the tightening chain was pulled as fas as possible, but still too loose
Jenny N - 12/07/2021Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I just received these the other day and tried one on before we head over a couple of passes for our Christmas venture. It fit like a charm on my 2009 Yukon XL 1500 with 265/70R17 tires. It took about 5 minutes to put one on in nice weather with no snow. If I need to change my review after using them I'll do so. For now, I am completely satisfied.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Well constructed, but these won't stay straight on my tires. As soon as I turn they slide across the surface and end up slapping around the wheel wells. I tightened them as tight as they would go, within 1 link of max tight and even wrapped the chain through other parts of the yellow to try and get them tight but nothing worked. I have a 2021 F-150 platinum with the 20" wheels. Your experience might differ if using a higher profile tire but for me these don't work. Shame because I really wanted them to.
Jenny N - 03/02/2022 Jenny N - 03/02/2022Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
To be honest, I never had to use these tire chains in bad weather. They were purchased as insurance because we had travel plans were included crossing the Rocky Mountains and Seaira Nevada mountains in January. The weather was mild on our actual dates of travel. I did a test install before, and it was easy enough and straight forward.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Chains fit my Blizzak 265/70 R17 tires perfectly. I'll be honest, I was expecting thicker links (similar to old school snow chains) but since my vehicle requires Class S chains I guess the links need to be a smaller gauge. No worries, I did a test install in the garage and they went on fine. Also took a test drive on snow covered gravel road and they worked as advertised. No regrets on my purchase, in fact I might get an additional set for my front tires as well at some point. Shipping was extremely fast. Hopefully I'll never need them, but if I do it's good to know I've got them in the vehicle.
Todd - 01/09/2022Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Be warned! I bought the correct size and installed the chains correctly and on my first drive down a snowy mountain, the chains broke apart and the loose metal pieces damaged the front two wheel wells of my car, my shocks, and the paint/carbon alloy pieces. I have been given estimates that this will cost $3-5K to fix everything and the chains themselves are now also useless after one use. Be careful!
Jenny N - 03/04/2022Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Just completed fit-check of these chains on my two vehicles (2016 Toyota Tundra, P255/70R18, Michelin LTX MS2; 2010 Toyota Sequoia, P275/55R20 111S M+S, Bridgestone Dueler H/L) and all is good! Hardest part of installation was untangling the chains to lay out on the ground (that always is, for me!). Practice makes it easier. Thank you etrailer!
Rolling a few revolutions and re-tightening chains IS important. Don't leave that step out. I'm going to add rubber tensioners (old-school, I know) just to be sure.
Pics are of the 2010 Sequoia and 2016 Tundra.
Hadley - 01/19/2020Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Im am very very satisfied with purchasing these chains from etrailer. First their web page was easy to navigate. Second the price was great. Then they were delivered as promised and quick. Once they arrived the quality is great and they came in a very nice carry case. Then I actually put them on in less then 5 minutes each and they went on without moving the truck like it says. so easy I couldn't believe it. I drove several times up and down my driveway without any problems with traction, and it was very slippery without them. I don't plan to use them all the time I plan to use them when I plow my driveway next year but just wanted to get prepared for next year. I put them over all season tires so I saved from getting snow tires for plowing. Great Job Team etrailer !!!
Nick D - 03/04/2016Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
The good: They are easy to put on. The price is cheap. Even if they bail you out one time it will be cheaper than calling a tow truck. The carrying case is nice so they store in the vehicle well.
The bad: They are built to a price point. I bought 2 sets, so for 4 tires. I used them the first time this week. They worked and paid for themselves, but 2 of the chains had issues that required repair till I can use them again. I don't think I'd drive 30mph on these, I'd be nervous they might come apart. They were hard to tension to the point they felt tight. One of the loops that hold the chain to the cable bent open, releasing the chain. If I was actually traveling with the chains placed the chain slapping around would likely do some damage. I was just trying to get up a 20 foot snowy hill with a trailer attached. To get the chains off, once they are unclasp and on the ground, you have to drive off of them. This maybe user error, but if you drive over the part where the cable clasp is, it bends closed so they can't be installed again. I'm surprised it bent driving over it in the snow but I know for next time to push that part out of the way to make sure it doesn't get bent again. The issue, if I hadn't noticed the next time I needed to use them I wouldn't of had tools to bend it back and would have been toast. The other hook, I still haven't decided how to bend it back. I worry if I heat it, it will be weaker than the first time but I'm sure I will be able to fix it.
So for an emergency chain that you think or are hoping you will never need, these are great! If you think you might use your chains regularly or need to actually drive longer distances or faster on them, I'd recommend buying something that will likely be twice as expensive. The expensive ones look about the same, but I'd guess they would be built a little more sturdy.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I got the chains and tired them on tonight and they seem big. With the tension all the way tight there was still slop in the chain system. It definitely seems like they could tighten more. The instructions show a few inches of available tension when the chains are on plus I had to loop the bungee cord around another section of chain to get any tightness. It just does not seem like the proper fit and may cause issue when in use. Is there a smaller size or another tire chain that would better fit a 275/65R18 tire???
Heather A - 01/16/2019Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
These are the first chains I have bought for a car. Bought them in preparation for a trip to Canada this winter and to have just in case this winter around Kansas City. I was worried about how difficult chains would be to install on a Dodge Dart but these were super easy to install, 5 min per tire my first time putting them on. They fit tightly and I can’t wait to try them out in the snow. Customer service was also great with my order. They were delivered several days before they were suposed to and sent me a personal email letting me know they were shipped out early. This was a great touch considering most online orders involve no personal contact from the business. I Will definitely purchase from etrailer again because of the service.
Tyler - 11/12/2018Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I bought these snow chains for an up coming ski trip to Colorado during Christmas time. Etrailer was a great resource in trying to decide what type of snow chain to purchase, especially for a South Texan. The video demonstration and previous review is what sold me on the type/brand. I tested them to ensure they fit properly and had them installed in a jiffy. Let's hope I never have to use them!
Karl K - 08/21/2017Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I didn’t really get to try them! I put on the chains and wow were they easy to install! Helps to practice in the garage. I liked not having to crawl under my truck to install them.
However, after installation I proceeded to drive around to try them out. They came off! At first i though I had not got them tight enough! So when I went to put them back on I noticed I was missing the cable clasp on the end of the cable! So my thought is that it didn’t get crimped hard enough to stay. So when I was driving it pulled off the cable clasp!
On a side note when this happened it pulled the whole chain assembly away from the break line. Which is always a plus in my book!
If I get to try them again my guess is that they are great for around town and light interstate use!
Sierra K - 12/30/2021Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
Chains fit perfectly and installed in minutes. Rubber chain adjusters are a great accessory.
Thanks to Kimberly in customer support for getting the right chains and recommending the adjusters.
I'm very happy with the purchase and support from e-trailer and will be purchasing from them again.
Review from a similar Diamond Alloy in Tire Chains
I woke to an unusual 7- 12 in's. of wet heavy snow... Power out all over and needed to help friends get winter storm supplies, cooking stove propane, water, ice for coolers etc... After going over the Sierra's about a year previously with my son in a different vehicle and having to chain up, I got to see how relatively easy they went on and how they got us over the mountain. I live in the valley so this kind of purchase was something I thought would only come in handy in mountain travel something I usually wouldn't do. I decided to purchase a set of Titan Alloy Snow Tire Chains and adjusters just to be prepared as you never know what’s coming... I'm glad I made the purchase! Maneuvering around in the approx. 8 inches was simple and when I needed to go through deeper piles they got me there without a problem. Grown up in a snow country and having put on traditional chains these were so less complicated to install. Driving below or no more than the recommended speed made drive in a difficult situation easier.
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