CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Continental Terra Hardpack TR 50 2023 vs
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45 2023




Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand ContinentalContinental
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
Year 20232023
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range MedHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number 01505650102007
EAN 40192380521074019238083439
TPI 3/180 3/180
Compound PureGripBlack Chili
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 50-62245-622
Specified Weight 530 grams490 grams
Min Air Pressure psi psi
Max Air Pressure 65 psi73 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 50-622 (700x50c)
50-584 (650x50b)
35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
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Continental Terra Hardpack TR 50 2023
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall)  45 2023
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Continental Terra Hardpack TR 50 2023
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall)  45 2023
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Continental Terra Hardpack TR 50 2023
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall)  45 2023
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Continental Terra Hardpack TR 50 2023
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall)  45 2023

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
Specified Weight 530 grams490 grams
Measured Weight 561 grams537 grams
Measured Width Casing 48 mm (un-round)43 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 45 mm42 mm
Measured Height 46 mm (un-round)40 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.5 mm1.1 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.4 mm1.2 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.50 mm2.40 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Members OnlyMembers Only
All size measurements are taken at low air pressure on a 17.8 mm inner width rim.

Rolling Resistance Test Results


Rolling Resistance Test Results
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 48 mm43 mm
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 66 psi/4.6 bar
33-35 = 60 psi/4.1 bar
36-38 = 54 psi/3.7 bar
39-42 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
43-46 = 46 psi/3.2 bar
47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
High Air Pressure
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Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 55 psi/3.8 bar
33-35 = 50 psi/3.4 bar
36-38 = 45 psi/3.1 bar
39-42 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
43-46 = 38 psi/2.6 bar
47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 bar
Medium Air Pressure
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Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 44 psi/3.0 bar
33-35 = 40 psi/2.8 bar
36-38 = 36 psi/2.6 bar
39-42 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
43-46 = 31 psi/2.1 bar
47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 bar
Low Air Pressure
18.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00558
(28 psi / 1.9 bar)
16.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00492
(31 psi / 2.1 bar)
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
30-32 = 33 psi/2.3 bar
33-35 = 30 psi/2.1 bar
36-38 = 27 psi/1.9 bar
39-42 = 25 psi/1.7 bar
43-46 = 23 psi/1.6 bar
47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 bar
Extra Low Air Pressure
21.9 Watts
CRR: 0.00656
(21 psi / 1.4 bar)
18.9 Watts
CRR: 0.00567
(23 psi / 1.6 bar)
The CX/Gravel section is a multi tire size section, air pressures have been adjusted to the measured casing width.

All numbers are for a single tire at a speed of 29 km/h / 18 mph and a load of 42.5 kg / 94 lbs.

Use the formula: RR (Watts) = CRR * speed (m/s) * load (N) to calculate rolling resistance at a given speed and load.

Puncture Resistance Test Results


Puncture Resistance Test Results (higher is better)
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
Total Puncture Score Tread 40 Points37 Points
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Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.5 mm2.4 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
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Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
Wet Grip Average 77 Points63 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.5 mm1.1 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 3.4 mm1.2 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100
CX/Gravel grip test rim width = 23.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion


Conclusion
Model Terra Hardpack TR 50Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45
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Verdict Highly RecommendedHighly Recommended
Rating 4.5 / 55.0 / 5
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