R-9 Snow Chains – Size 12

🔒 Reliable traction and easy mounting for cars and medium SUVs

❄️ High-performance Slim-Fit snow chains

The R-9 mm Slim-Fit snow chains – size 12 are designed for vehicles and SUVs with limited clearance between tire and mechanical components. With a Slim-Fit 9 mm design and automatic self-tensioning system, they provide excellent grip, stability, and easy installation in any winter condition.

✔️ Quick and simple installation – no need to lift the car
✔️ Flexible inner cable for convenient mounting
✔️ Automatic self-tensioning system – no additional stops required
✔️ Hardened alloy steel diamond-pattern links
✔️ Composite plastic ratchet – protects alloy wheels
✔️ Certified TÜV AUSTRIA – ÖNORM V 5117 GEPRÜFT
✔️ Ideal for passenger cars and medium SUVs

⚠️ Recommendation

Check your vehicle’s manual to ensure 9 mm chains are compatible.
Do not exceed 50 km/h while driving with snow chains.

🔧 Technical specifications

🔩 Compatibility Table (chain size 12)

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

❓ 1. Which tire sizes are compatible with R-9 snow chains - Size 12?

R-9 snow chains, size 12, are compatible with the tire sizes listed in the compatibility table, for 16, 17, 18, and 19-inch rims. Compatibility must be checked based on both the tire size and the vehicle manufacturer's restrictions.

❓ 2. What does the 9 mm Slim-Fit profile mean?

The 9 mm Slim-Fit profile refers to a low-clearance design intended for vehicles with limited space between the tires and mechanical components. These chains may only be used if the vehicle manufacturer permits snow chains of this size.

❓ 3. Do R-9 snow chains require stops for retensioning after installation?

R-9 snow chains feature an automatic tensioning system that adjusts the chain tension while driving, reducing the need for manual adjustments. However, it is still recommended to check the installation according to the manufacturer's instructions.

❓ 4. Can I install R-9 snow chains without lifting the car?

Yes. The chains feature a flexible inner cable that allows installation without using a jack or lifting the vehicle. Installation must be carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions.

❓ 5. Are R-9 snow chains suitable for alloy wheels?

R-9 snow chains feature a composite plastic ratchet designed to help protect alloy wheels. To avoid unwanted contact with the rim, it is important to install and tension the chains correctly.

❓ 6. What is the maximum permitted speed when driving with R-9 snow chains?

The recommended maximum speed is 50 km/h. Driving speed must always be adjusted to road conditions, and the chains should be removed when the road is no longer covered with snow.

❓ 7. Are R-9 snow chains - Size 12 certified for use on European roads?

R-9 snow chains are certified TÜV AUSTRIA - ÖNORM V 5117 GEPRÜFT, confirming compliance with the Austrian standard for snow chains. Before traveling abroad, check the specific winter equipment requirements of the countries you will be driving through.