CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45 2023 vs
Continental Terra Trail TR 40 2020




Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand ContinentalContinental
Model Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
Year 20232020
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km
Price Range HighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number 01020070101697
EAN 40192380834394019238027075
TPI 3/1803/180
Compound Black ChiliBlack Chili
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 45-62240-622
Specified Weight 490 grams445 grams
Min Air Pressure psi44 psi
Max Air Pressure 73 psi73 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x40c)
45-622 (700x45c)
40-622 (700x40c)
40-584 (650bx40)
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Continental Terra Speed TR (tanwall)  45 2023
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Terra Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
Specified Weight 490 grams445 grams
Measured Weight 537 grams452 grams
Measured Width Casing 43 mm (un-round)37 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 42 mm40 mm
Measured Height 40 mm (un-round)35 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 1.1 mm1.3 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.2 mm2.3 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.40 mm2.00 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 Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 43 mm37 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
16.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00492
(31 psi / 2.1 bar)
22.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00665
(36 psi / 2.6 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
18.9 Watts
CRR: 0.00567
(23 psi / 1.6 bar)
26.0 Watts
CRR: 0.00779
(27 psi / 1.9 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 Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
Total Puncture Score Tread 37 Points35 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 2.4 mm2 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 Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
Wet Grip Average 63 Points67 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 1.1 mm1.3 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.2 mm2.3 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 Speed TR (tanwall) 45Terra Trail TR 40
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Verdict Highly RecommendedRecommended
Rating 5.0 / 54.0 / 5
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