NittoNT555R Drag Radial
Get a jump on the competition with a set of Nitto NT555R Drag Radial tires. Designed with a unique reinforced package for stability at top speeds, this semi-radial tire is meant for improved launch and straight line performance on the track. Approved by the Department of Transportation for street use, the Nitto 555R tire is designed with a compound that balances sport performance with excellent treadwear. Drive to the track, compete, and drive home on the same set of tires—the Nitto NT555R offers great performance for any sports car, muscle car, or drag racing tuner. Nitto NT555R Drag Radial Features Reach top speed performance with semi-radial construction designed for racing Specialized design for maximum track performance and occasional street use Get increased traction at the starting line with race-ready grip Nitto NT555R Drag Radial Treadwear and Warranty If you want the most robust protection available for your new Nitto NT555R Drag Radial tires, consider investing in our exclusive and industry-leading Certificates. If you do, your new Nitto tires will be covered down to 3/32" of wear. And in the extremely unlikely event your Nitto drag radials sustain damage that can't be repaired, you'll get a brand new replacement. (You can add our Certificate coverage in the cart of your order.) The Nitto NT555R offers a high-grip compound and semi-racing construction that provides the perfect balance of track and street performance for weekend drag racers.
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NHTSA-reported issues for Nitto NT555R Drag Radial
Top issue category: Tires (General)
Most reported: Tires (General) (36) · Tread / Belt (17) · Sidewall (8) · Bead (2) · Spare Tire (1)
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Specs
| Brand | Nitto |
|---|---|
| Model | NT555R Drag Radial |
| Season | all-season |
| Type | truck-suv |
| UTQG treadwear | N/A |
| UTQG traction | N/A |
| UTQG temperature | N/A |
| Mileage warranty | N/A |
| Noise (dB) | N/A |
| Introduced | N/A |
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Nitto NT555R Drag Radial: what the numbers tell you
Manufacturer treadwear data for the NT555R Drag Radial is not publicly listed. This is common for OEM-only or track-day tires that don't carry a US treadwear warranty. No mileage warranty is published for this tire, which is typical for performance summer and track-day rubber where the manufacturer doesn't make wear-life claims.
Cabin noise data for this tire is not published by the manufacturer. As a all-season tire built for the truck-suv segment, the NT555R Drag Radial is positioned against direct rivals within the same category. Comparing it to a tire in a different category (e.g. summer vs all-season) makes the spec sheet misleading because the design targets are not the same.
Get a jump on the competition with a set of Nitto NT555R Drag Radial tires. Designed with a unique reinforced package for stability at top speeds, this semi-radial tire is meant for improved launch and straight line performance on the track. Approved by the Department of Transportation for street use, the Nitto 555R tire is designed with a compound that balances sport performance with excellent treadwear. Drive to the track, compete, and drive home on the same set of tires—the Nitto NT555R offers great performance for any sports car, muscle car, or drag racing tuner. Nitto NT555R Drag Radial Features Reach top speed performance with semi-radial construction designed for racing Specialized design for maximum track performance and occasional street use Get increased traction at the starting line with race-ready grip Nitto NT555R Drag Radial Treadwear and Warranty If you want the most robust protection available for your new Nitto NT555R Drag Radial tires, consider investing in our exclusive and industry-leading Certificates. If you do, your new Nitto tires will be covered down to 3/32" of wear. And in the extremely unlikely event your Nitto drag radials sustain damage that can't be repaired, you'll get a brand new replacement. (You can add our Certificate coverage in the cart of your order.) The Nitto NT555R offers a high-grip compound and semi-racing construction that provides the perfect balance of track and street performance for weekend drag racers.
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Last verified 2026-05-21.