The tyre meets the European Union's requirements for winter tyres
Carries the 3PMSF (Three Peak Mountain Flake) symbol, which is awarded after the model in question has been thoroughly tested for snow grip.
tyre tests Pirelli SnowControl 3:
2015
ADAC
165/70 R14
satisfactory
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2014
ACE/GTÜ
205/55 R16
recommended
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Auto Zeitung
205/55 R16
highly recommended
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ADAC
175/65 R14
satisfactory
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ADAC
195/65 R15
satisfactory
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2013
ACE/GTÜ
185/60 R15
recommended
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ADAC
185/60 R15
satisfactory
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2012
Auto Zeitung
205/55 R16
highly recommended
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ADAC
165/70 R14
good
3
2011
Auto Zeitung
205/55 R16
highly recommended
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Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 is a high-performance winter tyre. Thanks to it optimized tread pattern and circle profile Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 provides the user with higher traction capability on snowy surfaces. It achieves excellent wet and snow performance thanks to the winter rubber compound that is used. What is more the innovative base compound and bead geometry improve handling and stability of the vehicle also in dry road conditions.
Thanks to the optimized tread pattern design Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 has increased traction of each pattern section on the snow which results with increased traction on slippery roads. It gives the user a lot more confidence when cornering on icy road or lane changing. Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 has also an improved tread pattern compound which better the balance between wet and snow behavior achieved through High Vinyl Poly Butadiene.
Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 ha also its unique Interactive Brickwork siping I.B.S. It is a specific sipe geometry that allows “vertical” and independent movement of the tread bricks. It results with increased contact area to enhanced braking also on irregular surfaces. What is more it gives stability in lateral and longitudinal directions to improve handling. The innovative base compound and bead geometry of Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3
From the ecological point of view the Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 is a very eco-friendly tyre. They are made from eco-compatible materials that minimize environmental impact, both ath the production stage and throughout the life of the tyre. What is more Pirelli Snowcotrol Serie 3 complies with the 2012 EU Directive on the reduction of noise resulting in improved driving comfort.