Xed Sal
Member Since: 18 Sep 2017
Location: London
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Cant seem to find a thread in relation to this size - If there is apologies in advance.
I am looking to change tyres over due to wear, I currently have Pirelli Scorpions fitted but am looking at alternatives, the car rarely goes off road due to living in smoggy London, and I am aware some claim to have low noise yet are the opposite.
I have come across these Roadstone Roadian HP XL 255 50 20 - Made by Nexen who do the exact same model under the Nexen brand. I have used Nexen before on cars, but never on a D4. Has anyone had any experience with these? They have extremely good ratings in comparison to Pirelli, however you never know what car they were tested on to give the ratings, therefore cant trust it will be accurate.
Any input would be much appreciated!
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DeRanged Rover
Member Since: 04 Jul 2013
Location: London
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I had Nexens on my P38 and they performed well with pretty decent grip even in slushy snow conditions. That said the P38 had neither the torque nor the bulk of the D4 so probably not much help to you.
I think Costco were doing a good deal on the Duratracs but may be too noisy for your use. D3 Offroad Prepped - Gone to Kenya
FFRR - Gone
D4 HSE
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| 3rd Oct 2018 4:25 pm |
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Xed Sal
Member Since: 18 Sep 2017
Location: London
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Never even though to look at Costco, only ever go there to fill my face with stupid amounts of food!
The wet raiting on these is excellent, and economy is pretty good too. Its mainly how they drive and road noise, dont like the idea on changing them to then spend the next few years with a headache! I know it has a lot to do with the tread pattern.
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| 3rd Oct 2018 4:50 pm |
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Littlewill
Member Since: 14 Sep 2015
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I have this size on my D4. Its fitted with Pirelli Scorpions and I don't know why people rave about them! I find that when driving, particularly in car parks such as Tescos, the wheels lose grip and squeal even at very low speeds. I've used Nexons on a previous Land Rover and they kept me stuck to the road for about half the price.
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| 3rd Oct 2018 4:58 pm |
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al cope
Member Since: 08 Nov 2005
Location: Oldbury, WM
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Nexens were the worse tyre I have ever had. Tried 275/45x20's on my D3, ride and handling were horrible. Took them off very quickly.
Al Volvo XC90 B5 Plus Dark
Gone - MY18 D5 HSE - Corris on 22's with Black Pack
Now gone - MY16 D4 SE Tech, Loire Blue, Almond Leather, Privacy, plus some other goodies.
Old - MY12 D4 SDV6 XS Auto - Ipanema Sand with Almond Leather - Plus other niceties, and D4.com sticker
Older - D3 TDV6 XS Auto - Lugano Teal with Almond Leather, 20" Stormers, Shiny Tailpipes, DVD/TV - and obligatory D3 sticker
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| 3rd Oct 2018 5:44 pm |
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Xed Sal
Member Since: 18 Sep 2017
Location: London
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Littlewill wrote:I have this size on my D4. Its fitted with Pirelli Scorpions and I don't know why people rave about them! I find that when driving, particularly in car parks such as Tescos, the wheels lose grip and squeal even at very low speeds. I've used Nexons on a previous Land Rover and they kept me stuck to the road for about half the price.
Completely agree about the pirelli, constantly get looks as though your driving like a  due to the squeel, until they realise I'm barely moving!
Shame you cant try before you buy lol. The only thing with pirelli is they Definately work in terms of low noise!
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| 3rd Oct 2018 5:52 pm |
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Xed Sal
Member Since: 18 Sep 2017
Location: London
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al cope wrote:Nexens were the worse tyre I have ever had. Tried 275/45x20's on my D3, ride and handling were horrible. Took them off very quickly.
Al
Which Nexens did you have mate?
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| 3rd Oct 2018 7:08 pm |
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al cope
Member Since: 08 Nov 2005
Location: Oldbury, WM
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Roadian HP's - crap tyre
Al Volvo XC90 B5 Plus Dark
Gone - MY18 D5 HSE - Corris on 22's with Black Pack
Now gone - MY16 D4 SE Tech, Loire Blue, Almond Leather, Privacy, plus some other goodies.
Old - MY12 D4 SDV6 XS Auto - Ipanema Sand with Almond Leather - Plus other niceties, and D4.com sticker
Older - D3 TDV6 XS Auto - Lugano Teal with Almond Leather, 20" Stormers, Shiny Tailpipes, DVD/TV - and obligatory D3 sticker
Ancient - D3 TDV6 S - Tonga with Ebony, 20" Stormers, satnav & DVD
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ssmit407
Member Since: 10 Aug 2011
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My D4 is fitted with 255/50 r20 Scorpion Zero. Looking to replace...…...what are the issues, if any, in fitting 255/55 r20 as there seems to be more choice? 2001 P38A Gone
2004 Disco TD5 Gone
2009 Disco 3 2.7TDV6 Gone
2014 F2 2.2 SD4 HSE Gone
2015 DS 2.2 HSE Gone
2016 Disco 4 Landmark...…...ah, back to a proper 4x4!
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Gary_P
Member Since: 03 May 2016
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I’ve been wondering about Scorpion Verde all season. Reports on here are very good. Last a long time and good in Winter conditions which my Zeros were not. Not so good in mud though it appears but that doesn’t worry me. Gary
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| 14th Oct 2018 8:11 am |
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2Springers
Member Since: 12 Apr 2012
Location: Surrey
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Gary I'm still running the Verde All Seasons and they have proved a good tyre - pretty durable, handled all weather I have encountered really well and are way better for wear than the Zeros.
I had previously run Zeros - hated the terrible wear and tramlining when worn down to c 5mm and then the General AT - horrific when half worn.
If you are mainly on road then I would def look at the All Seasons.
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| 14th Oct 2018 8:09 pm |
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DeRanged Rover
Member Since: 04 Jul 2013
Location: London
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Jumping onto this discussion (with apologies to the OP).
I need to change my fronts but the rears have plenty of wear left in them. At the moment I am on Scorpion Zeros M+S on all 4 wheels (legacy from previous owner) and am debating between the regular Scorpion Zeros (recommended for the car according to the tyreshops) or the Verde All season which have good reviews on here.
Leaning towards the Verde but am I going to create issues for myself by having 255/55/20 on the fronts and 255/50/20 on the rears?
Other option is to go for a 275/50/20 so that the rolling circumference remains the same but worried about the wider wheels catching on full lock?
All suggestions welcome!  D3 Offroad Prepped - Gone to Kenya
FFRR - Gone
D4 HSE
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| 5th Dec 2018 12:41 pm |
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Gazellio
Member Since: 08 Jan 2011
Location: Chilterns
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I have 255/55 r20 Cooper Weathermasters on my Silver D3 SE..
I have 255/50 r20 Cooper Weathermasters on my Black D3 SE
Interestingly the speedo is 100% accurate with these oversize tyres on. The Factory tyres show a slower speed than true.
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