Name: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 255/40 R19
Brand: Bridgestone
Rating: 82 (49 reviews)

255/40 R19 Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 variants

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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is a winter tyre made in total of 213 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R19, which means it fits to a 19 inch/482.6mm diameter wheel. 255/40 R19 is 100mm wider than the narrowest dimension (155) and 30mm narrower than the widest one (285). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (255mm), which results in 102mm sidewall height. In 255/40 R19, there is only one possible speed index for Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. In 255/40 R19, Blizzak LM-005 usually competes against UltraGrip Performance+, which is a tyre from GoodYear with a rating of 90%, compared to 82% of the Bridgestone in question.

255/40 R19 100 V

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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is made in 213 sizes, starting from 155/65 R14 up to 285/40 R22.

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UltraGrip Performance+

R15 - R22

4.5/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

GoodYear better at:

• Snow traction
• Snow handling
• Aquaplaning - cross

GoodYear worse at:

• Wet braking
• Dry handling
• Wet circle cornering

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WinterContact TS 870 P

R16 - R22

4.65/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Continental better at:

• Exterior noise
• Snow handling
• Interior noise

Continental worse at:

• Wet braking
• Wet handling
• Wet circle cornering

£240

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UltraGrip Performance 3

R14 - R22

4.75/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

GoodYear better at:

• Exterior noise
• Dry braking
• Snow handling

GoodYear worse at:

• Wet braking
• Comfort
• Dry handling

£188

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KRISALP HP3

R14 - R20

3.85/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Kleber better at:

• Snow traction
• Snow handling
• Exterior noise

Kleber worse at:

• Dry handling
• Wet handling
• Wet braking

£188

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BluEarth winter V905

R13 - R23

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Yokohama better at:

• Dry braking
• Comfort
• Dry handling

Yokohama worse at:

• Snow traction
• Wet braking
• Snow handling

£143

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EuroWinter HS01

R13 - R21

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Falken better at:

• Aquaplaning - longitudal

Falken worse at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Wet handling
• Snow traction

£230

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Wintrac Pro

R17 - R22

2.7/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Vredestein better at:

• Dry braking

Vredestein worse at:

• Snow braking
• Wet braking
• Comfort

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Winter Sport 5

R14 - R21

4.3/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

Dunlop better at:

• Snow traction
• Snow handling

Dunlop worse at:

• Dry handling
• Wet braking
• Wet handling

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G-FORCE WINTER 2

R14 - R19

4.05/5

Comparison with Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005:

BFGoodrich better at:

• Exterior noise
• Snow handling
• Snow traction

BFGoodrich worse at:

• Wet circle cornering
• Wet handling
• Dry handling

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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (255/40 R19)

Automotorsport Winter tyre test 2023 255/45 R20
outstanding
Ranked #1 of 7

Emerging victorious in a competitive field of seven, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 secured the top spot with a performance that was nothing short of outstanding. Recognized for its exceptional capabilities, particularly in challenging winter conditions, this tyre set the benchmark in several critical areas. It was lauded for its unparalleled grip and superior aquaplaning protection in both longitudinal and cross directions, ensuring safety and stability even in wet conditions. On dry roads, its braking and handling were unmatched, demonstrating a robust performance that instilled confidence. Moreover, its low rolling resistance indicated efficiency, further enhancing its appeal. Despite its dominion in numerous disciplines, the tyre did show some limitations in snow performance, specifically in maintaining traction and stability during braking. Nonetheless, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 was celebrated for its overall control and exceptional performance on wet and dry surfaces, solidifying its place as the winter test champion.

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255/40 R19 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)

#	Name	Our rating	Tested in same width dimension	Segment	Price
1.	Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330	78% 79.4% 70.4% 78.2%		Upper-middle	£170 100 V
2.	Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5	73.8% 87.1% 87.8% 80.9%		Premium	£233 100 H + 1
3.	Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P! Newer model available: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P	83.2% 77.8% 82.7% 80.3%		Premium
4.	Pirelli SCORPION WINTER! Newer model available: Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2	78.7% 86.3% 94% 69.6%	Autobild 2016	Premium	£222 100 H
5.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Blizzak 6	92.2% 79.6% 84.4% 82.6%	Automotorsport 2023	Premium
6.	GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3	84.6% 92.6% 80.2% 85.4%	Autobild 2019	Premium	£210 100 V + 2
7.	Kleber KRISALP HP3	72.3% 86.3% 68% 80.1%		Upper-middle	£188 100 V
8.	Dunlop Winter Sport 5	79% 89.5% 79.4% 74.3%		Premium	£263 100 V + 1
9.	Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+	82.9% 92.2% 82.8% 75.3%		Premium
10.	Michelin PILOT ALPIN PA4	87.4% 91.3% 89.3%	Autobild 2019	Premium
11.	BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2	72.3% 95.2% 73.8% 80.8%		Upper-middle	£213 100 V
12.	Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III			Premium	£235 96 V + 1
13.	Firestone Winterhawk 4			Upper-middle	£177 100 V
14.	Hankook Winter icept evo2 W320! Newer model available: Hankook Winter icept evo3 W330	75.8% 90.5% 85.7% 67.4%	Autobild 2019	Upper-middle
15.	Semperit Speed-Grip 3! Newer model available: Semperit Speed-Grip 5	78.1% 77.2% 71.3% 79.7%		Lowcost	£199 100 V
16.	Falken EuroWinter HS01! Newer model available: Falken EuroWinter HS02	78.2% 74.2% 74.2% 77.1%		Upper-middle	£230 96 V + 4
17.	Fulda Kristall Control HP2	65.3% 82.4% 68.3% 72.4%		Lowcost	£166 100 V
18.	Nokian WR Snowproof P	66.1% 79.2% 92.3%		Upper-middle
19.	Toyo Snowprox S954	78.8% 70.6% 92.2% 82.7%	Autobild 2019	Upper-middle	£156 100 V + 1
20.	Kumho WinterCraft WP71	81.9% 76.7% 78%	Autobild 2019	Upper-middle
21.	Uniroyal MS Plus 77! Newer model available: Uniroyal WinterExpert	79.2% 83.3% 75.4% 74.1%	Autobild 2019	Upper-middle
22.	Yokohama W.drive V905! Newer model available: Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906	70.9% 76% 93.1% 60.4%		Upper-middle
23.	Hankook Ventus Prime 4	75.7% 82.2% 78.9%		Premium	£243 100 V
24.	Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7		Autobild 2019	Lowcost	£139 100 V + 1
25.	Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32			Premium
26.	Uniroyal WinterExpert	60% 70.1% 67.3% 74.9%		Upper-middle	£169 100 V
27.	Barum Polaris 5! Newer model available: Barum Polaris 6	63.8% 78.1% 72% 74.8%		Lowcost	£156 100 V
28.	Nokian WR A4		Autobild 2019	Upper-middle
29.	Falken EUROWINTER HS449			Upper-middle
30.	Yokohama BluEarth winter V905	81.6% 70.5% 85.4%		Upper-middle	£143 100 V
31.	Fortune FSR901			Lowcost
32.	Imperial SnowDragon 3			Lowcost