245/40R18 NANKANG NS-2R 97W XL Track Day Tyres Semi Slick Road Legal (sold individually)

245/40R18 NS-2R 97W XL – road approved circuit rubber for serious grip and consistency

Looking for a 245/40R18 performance tyre that you can drive to the venue, push hard all day, then drive home with confidence? The NS-2R delivers exactly that. This 18 inch, 97W Extra Load option is a favourite across UK and European grassroots racing, with proven results in series such as BMW Compact Cup, MaX5, Civic Cup, M3 Cup and in open-tyre competitions. It is E-marked for street use and listed on Motorsport UK List 1B, making it a go-to choice for fast road and circuit use.

We use NS-2R on our own builds and customer cars, and the feedback has been outstanding. Expect dependable lap-after-lap performance, predictable handling at the limit and confidence when conditions turn damp. It is not about headline single-lap pace. It is about repeatable grip, stable behaviour and durability over longer sessions.

• Size: 245/40R18 (also searched as 245/40/18, 245 40 18, 245-40-18, 245 40 R18)
• Load and speed: 97W XL Extra Load for robust stability
• Street approved: E-marked road compliant competition-derived tread
• Motorsport UK List 1B approved
• Proven in UK club racing and track events across Europe
• Outstanding consistency for long stints, track evenings and endurance-style running
• Reassuring traction and braking in damp and variable conditions

Why enthusiasts choose NS-2R in 245/40 R18

This circuit-focused, road-approved tyre is ideal for time on track where heat management and repeatable grip matter. Its behaviour inspires confidence, making it perfect for fast road builds, track day cars and clubman competition. Whether you are chasing personal bests or learning race craft, the NS-2R’s balance of grip and longevity makes it a smart upgrade over regular road rubber.

Approvals and usage

EU labelled and Motorsport UK List 1B. Suitable for mixed use where a road legal, competition-biased tyre is required.

Sold individually.

Professional fitting

Want expert fitting and alignment? Book with MJ Modifications in Warwickshire. Request a quote at info@mjmodifications.co.uk.

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