What This Size Covers
295/75R22.5 is a metric truck tire size, not a part number in the usual sense. 295 is the section width in millimetres, 75 is the aspect ratio, R is radial construction, and 22.5 is the rim diameter in inches. It mounts on a standard 22.5 tubeless steel or aluminium wheel with the correct rim width for the size.
This listing is the Michelin X Line Energy Z+ in that size, in a 16-ply rating, supplied two tires per set. It is a steer-position tire — rib tread, designed for even wear and low rolling resistance on long-haul and regional highway work. It is not a drive or trailer pattern and should not be substituted into those positions without checking your spec.
The tires are new manufacture, DOT-certified, and carry a full warranty. They are not retreads and not take-offs. Steer axles in most commercial applications have restrictions on retreaded casings, so new construction matters here more than on a trailer position.
Why These Numbers Match
Two numbers apply to this listing: the size code 295/75R22.5 and the internal reference MCH-29575225-S-16PR-XLENERGYZP-13. They describe the same tire from two directions. The first is the industry size designation that appears on the sidewall and on the door-jamb tire placard. The second breaks that size down and adds the position, ply rating, and pattern.
Read MCH-29575225-S-16PR-XLENERGYZP-13 left to right: manufacturer prefix, the size with the punctuation stripped out, S for steer position, 16PR for the 16-ply rating, and the X Line Energy Z+ pattern identifier. Because the size digits are embedded in the reference, both numbers resolve to a single tire. That is why a search on either one lands here.
The listing description also notes cross-reference compatibility with X Line Energy Z and XLEZ specifications. Treat that as identification only. Load index, speed rating, and ply rating still have to match what your truck is specified for. Confirm against the sidewall on the tire coming off, or against the placard, before you order.
What To Check Before Ordering
Pull the old steer tire and read the full sidewall — size, load index, speed symbol, and ply rating. A size match alone is not a fitment confirmation. If the truck is spec'd for a higher load index than what you are fitting, the size will look right and the rating will be wrong. Cross-reference is a starting point; fit is confirmed by VIN or by the number on the old tire.
Check rim width. A 295/75R22.5 has an approved rim width range, and running it on a wheel outside that range distorts the footprint and chews the shoulders. Also check clearance at full lock if the truck has been changed from a narrower size — steer boxes, mud flaps, and frame rails get tight on some chassis.
Buying two at a time is the right approach for a steer axle. Mismatched tread depth side to side pulls the wheel and loads one side of the axle harder. If you are replacing one, plan on the pair.
295/75R22.5 Cross-Reference & Interchange Numbers
These manufacturer and aftermarket numbers commonly cross-reference to 295/75R22.5. Use them to identify the part — then confirm the exact fit by VIN or the number stamped on your old unit before you order. An interchange is a starting point, not a fitment guarantee.
| Brand / Line | Cross-Reference Numbers |
|---|---|
| OE/Cross-Ref | MCH-29575225-S-16PR-XLENERGYZP-13 |
Frequently asked questions
Can I run this tire on the drive axle?
It is built as a steer tire with a rib pattern for even wear and low rolling resistance. Rib tread has limited traction compared with a lug drive pattern, especially in snow or on loose surfaces. Check your fleet spec before putting a steer pattern in a drive position.
What does the 16-ply rating actually mean here?
It is a load range designation carried over from the old bias-ply count — it describes load-carrying capacity, not the literal number of plies in the casing. A 16-ply rating gives you a higher load capacity than a 14. Match it to what the vehicle placard or the outgoing tire calls for, not to what is available.
Is MCH-29575225-S-16PR-XLENERGYZP-13 a Michelin factory number?
No. That is our internal reference for this listing, built from the size, position, ply rating, and pattern. Manufacturer names and specifications are listed for identification only — we are an aftermarket seller and are not affiliated with or authorised by any tire manufacturer.
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