CX/Gravel Tire Comparison:
Panaracer GravelKing SS TLC 40 2021 vs
Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022




Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand PanaracerTufo
Model GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
Year 20212022
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 RF738-GK-SMS-B-
EAN 8592723054894
TPI -210/375
Compound ZSG-
Bead FoldingFolding
ETRTO 40-62240-622
Specified Weight 410 grams430 grams
Min Air Pressure psi30 psi
Max Air Pressure 75 psi70 psi
Made In Members OnlyMembers Only
Available Sizes 32-622 (700x32c)
35-622 (700x35c)
40-622 (700x38c)
43-622 (700x43c)
48-584 (650x48b)
36-622 (700x36c)
40-622 (700x40c)
44-622 (700x44c)
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Panaracer GravelKing SS TLC 40 2021
Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022
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Panaracer GravelKing SS TLC 40 2021
Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022
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Panaracer GravelKing SS TLC 40 2021
Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022
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Tufo Gravel Thundero 40 2022

Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
Specified Weight 410 grams430 grams
Measured Weight 405 grams460 grams
Measured Width Casing 36 mm (un-round)38 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 36 mm40 mm
Measured Height 33 mm (un-round)35 mm (un-round)
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm1.5 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.7 mm2.1 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 2.80 mm1.80 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 GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
Spin Up Video YouTubeYouTube
Inner Tube None (30 ml sealant)None (30 ml sealant)
Measured Width 36 mm38 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
Members OnlyMembers Only
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
19.2 Watts
CRR: 0.00576
(36 psi / 2.6 bar)
17.4 Watts
CRR: 0.00522
(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
22.5 Watts
CRR: 0.00674
(27 psi / 1.9 bar)
20.0 Watts
CRR: 0.00600
(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 GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
Total Puncture Score Tread 45 Points33 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Tread Total Tire Thickness 2.8 mm1.8 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Members OnlyMembers Only
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Members OnlyMembers Only

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
Wet Grip Average 64 Points72 Points
Wet Grip Center Members OnlyMembers Only
Wet Grip Edge Members OnlyMembers Only
Measured Knob Height Center 0.2 mm1.5 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 1.7 mm2.1 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 GravelKing SS TLC 40Gravel Thundero 40
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Verdict Highly RecommendedHighly Recommended
Rating 4.3 / 55.0 / 5
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