Nitto NT05R review
Add your size for an exact match
The Amazon link then searches this exact size.
TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made through these links.
The Nitto NT05R is highly regarded by high-horsepower vehicle owners as a top-tier drag radial that delivers exceptional straight-line dry traction and surprising ride comfort. While users note that they require proper heat via a burnout to hook effectively and exhibit very poor wet-weather performance, they are widely praised for street and track use on high-output builds.
What owners say
No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.
How scores work
- Relative score
- 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
29/100From 19 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
Nitto NT05R specs & sizes
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 6.3/32″ |
| UTQG | B B |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi |
We don't have the size list for this tire yet. Search the retailer for your size:
TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made through these links.
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 19 owner reviews found online.
The Nitto NT05R is highly regarded by high-horsepower vehicle owners as a top-tier drag radial that delivers exceptional straight-line dry traction and surprising ride comfort. While users note that they require proper heat via a burnout to hook effectively and exhibit very poor wet-weather performance, they are widely praised for street and track use on high-output builds.
Pros
- Exceptional dry traction and straight-line grip for high-horsepower vehicles
- Surprisingly smooth and quiet ride quality on the highway
- Better daily-driveability and longevity compared to some competing drag tires
- Strong roll-racing and track performance once properly warmed up
Cons
- Extremely poor wet traction and hazardous hydroplaning behavior in heavy rain
- Requires heat (often via a burnout) before achieving optimal grip
- Short tread life due to the very soft rubber compound
Worth knowing
- Extremely popular among owners of high-horsepower American muscle and sports cars, including Corvettes (C6, C7), high-output Mustangs (GT, Boss 302 with up to 1390 HP), and Cadillac CTS-Vs ranging from 460 to nearly 1400 whp.
- Users note that even with extreme power levels (700 to 1300+ whp), the tire significantly improves traction from a roll or second gear compared to standard tires or competitor alternatives like Mickey Thompson.
Reviews from our readers
Drivers who have these tires on their car, in their own words. We check every review before it goes live.
No reviews from our readers yet
Driving on the Nitto NT05R? Tell other drivers how it grips, rides and wears.
Write a review
Thanks! Your review will appear here once we have checked it, usually within a few days.
Other tires to consider
Ranked by our Relative score, weighed against how many reviews and tests stand behind it.
Top rated summer tires
TireWheelGuide may earn a commission from purchases made through these links.