CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Continental Terra Trail TR 40 2020 vs
Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33 2020

Contents and Test Summary

  1. Manufacturer Specifications
  2. Size and Weight Measurements
  3. Rolling Resistance Test Results
  4. Puncture Resistance Test Results
  5. Static Grip Test Results
  6. Conclusion
  • Continental Terra Trail TR 40
  • Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is best)
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Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand ContinentalPirelli
Model Terra Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
Year 20202020
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 01016973770500
EAN 40192380270758019227377057
TPI 3/180127
Compound Black ChiliSpeedGRIP
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 40-62233-622
Specified Weight 445 grams380 grams
Min Air Pressure 44 psi43 psi
Max Air Pressure 73 psi72 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 40-622 (700x40c)
40-584 (650bx40)
33-622 (700x33c)
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Continental Terra Trail TR 40 2020
Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33 2020
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Continental Terra Trail TR 40 2020
Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33 2020
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Continental Terra Trail TR 40 2020
Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33 2020
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Terra Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
Specified Weight 445 grams380 grams
Measured Weight 452 grams398 grams
Measured Width Casing 37 mm (un-round)31 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 40 mm30 mm
Measured Height 35 mm (un-round)30 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 1.3 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.3 mm2.3 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.00 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 Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
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Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 37 mm31 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
22.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00665
(36 psi / 2.6 bar)
21.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00641
(44 psi / 3.0 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
26.0 Watts
CRR: 0.00779
(27 psi / 1.9 bar)
24.3 Watts
CRR: 0.00728
(33 psi / 2.3 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 Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
Total Puncture Score Tread 35 Points34 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 mm2 mm
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Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Terra Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
Wet Grip Average 67 Points65 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 1.3 mm2.0 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 2.3 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 Trail TR 40Cinturato Cross H 33
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Verdict RecommendedRecommended
Rating 4.0 / 54.0 / 5
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  • Continental Terra Trail TR 40
  • Pirelli Cinturato Cross H 33
Performance compared to all other CX/Gravel tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)

Pro Members get 11-point radar charts