Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport
Winter tyre (Central European)
Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport 215/55 R17: braking distance on a wet road from 90 km/h is about 45 m (Volkswagen T-Roc II (2025+), without reaction time; based on an independent test · Pidurdusmaa.ee)
On ice from 50 km/h about 121.4 m (based on an independent test)
Independent tests
Measured results. Rank = position in the same test on the same surface (1 = shortest braking distance).
| Test | Surface and speed | Result | Rank | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | dry asphalt, 100→0 km/h | 43.9 m | 12 / 31 | 41.4 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | wet asphalt, 80→0 km/h | 35.5 m | 20 / 31 | 31.7 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | wet concrete, 80→0 km/h | 41.0 m | 22 / 31 | 36.5 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | snow, 30→0 km/h | 10.4 m | 28 / 31 | 9.2 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | ice, 20→0 km/h | 16.9 m | 17 / 31 | 15.2 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | aquaplaning speed (higher is better) | 65.8 km/h | – | – |
Test: 225/40 R18. The same tyre may perform slightly differently in another size.
Magazine tests
Published braking distances (Auto Bild, auto motor und sport, Auto Zeitung, ADAC, Za Rulem and others). Rank = position in the same test on the same surface (1 = shortest). The tests use different sizes, cars and conditions, so only compare numbers within the same test.
| Test | Size | Conditions | Result | Rank | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auto Bild 2026 | 245/45 R19 | snow 50→0 km/h | 29.8 m | 20 / 30 | 28.9 m |
| Auto Bild 2026 | 245/45 R19 | wet asphalt 80→0 km/h | 39.4 m | 17 / 50 | 33.0 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | ice 20→0 km/h | 16.9 m | 17 / 31 | 15.2 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | dry asphalt 100→0 km/h | 43.9 m | 12 / 31 | 41.4 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | snow 30→0 km/h | 10.4 m | 28 / 31 | 9.2 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet asphalt 80→0 km/h | 35.5 m | 20 / 31 | 31.7 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet concrete 80→0 km/h | 41.0 m | 22 / 31 | 36.5 m |
The calculation on this page does not use these results: our check showed that a test in another size does not predict wet braking better than the EU label for your size. They are shown here as measured facts.
EU tyre label
Official data from the EU product register EPREL, by size. The class applies to each size separately. What do the classes mean?
| Size | Wet grip | Rolling resistance | Noise | Winter | Load / speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205/45 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 88 V |
| 205/50 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 93 V |
| 205/55 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 V |
| 205/55 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 97 H/V |
| 215/45 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 91 V |
| 215/45 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 93 V |
| 215/45 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 H/T |
| 215/50 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 V |
| 215/50 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 92 V |
| 215/55 R16 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 93/97 H |
| 215/55 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 98 V |
| 215/55 R18 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 V |
| 215/60 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 V |
| 215/65 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 225/40 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 92 V |
| 225/40 R19 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 93 W |
| 225/45 R17 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 94 V |
| 225/45 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 V |
| 225/45 R19 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 96 V |
| 225/50 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 98 V |
| 225/50 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 V |
| 225/55 R16 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 H |
| 225/55 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 102 V |
| 225/60 R17 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 225/60 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 104 V |
| 235/35 R19 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 91 W |
| 235/40 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 V |
| 235/40 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 96 V |
| 235/45 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 97 V |
| 235/45 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 98 V |
| 235/45 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 V |
| 235/45 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 W |
| 235/50 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 101 V |
| 235/50 R19 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 235/55 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 235/55 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 104 V |
| 235/55 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 105 V |
| 235/60 R16 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 H |
| 245/35 R20 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 W |
| 245/40 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 95 V |
| 245/40 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 97 V |
| 245/40 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 98 V |
| 245/40 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 W |
| 245/45 R17 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 V |
| 245/45 R18 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 V |
| 245/45 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 102 V |
| 245/45 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 245/50 R18 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 104 V |
| 255/35 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 96 V |
| 255/35 R20 | D (variants: B, D) | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 97 W |
| 255/40 R18 | B | D | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 99 V |
| 255/40 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 V |
| 255/40 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 101 W |
| 255/45 R19 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 104 V |
| 255/45 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 105 V |
| 255/50 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 109 V |
| 255/55 R20 | B | C | 72 dB (B) | snow symbol | 110 V |
| 265/40 R21 | B | C | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 105 V |
| 275/35 R19 | B | D | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 100 V |
| 275/35 R20 | B | C | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 102 Y |
| 275/35 R21 | B | C | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 Y |
| 275/40 R18 | B | C | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 103 V |
| 275/45 R20 | B | B | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 110 V |
| 275/45 R21 | B | B | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 110 V |
| 285/35 R20 | B | C | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 104 Y |
| 285/40 R20 | B | B | 73 dB (B) | snow symbol | 108 V |
Frequently asked questions
What is the wet grip class of the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport?
On the EU tyre label, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport has wet grip class B to D, depending on the size. A is the best and E the worst. The difference between class A and class E is about 18 m of braking distance from 90 km/h on a wet road.
How long is the braking distance of the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport on a wet road?
According to the Pidurdusmaa.ee calculation, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport 215/55 R17 stops from 90 km/h on a wet road in about 45 metres (Volkswagen T-Roc II (2025+), without reaction time). The calculation is based on an independent test.
Is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport suitable for an Estonian winter?
Better suited to milder winters. The Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is a Central European winter tyre made for wet and slushy roads. On ice and snow it needs a longer braking distance than a Nordic friction or studded tyre.
How long is the braking distance of the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport on ice?
Based on an independent test, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport 215/55 R17 stops from 50 km/h on ice in about 121.4 metres (Volkswagen T-Roc II (2025+), without reaction time). Calculated by Pidurdusmaa.ee with the same model as the calculator. Use the calculator to see the result for your own car.
Has the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport been independently tested?
Yes. Source: Auto Bild 2026. The Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport stopped on wet asphalt from 80 km/h in 39.4 m, ranking 17 of 50 tyres. All measured results are in the table above.
What sizes is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport available in?
In the EU tyre register, our database has the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport in 66 sizes, for example 205/45 R17, 205/50 R17, 205/55 R17, 205/55 R19, 215/45 R17 and 215/45 R18. As a main factory size it fits cars such as the Audi A6 C9 (2025+), Audi Q3 III (2025+) and BMW iX3 NA5 (2025+).
Compare within the same test
Tyres that were neighbours in the same test: same car, same day.