MTB Tire Comparison:
Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 29x2.2 2016 vs
Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 29x2.25 2019 vs
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 29x2.25 2019

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
  • Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2 *
  • Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
  • Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
* Grip test data not available
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
(100% is best)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts

Manufacturer Specifications


Manufacturer Specifications
Brand MaxxisVittoriaVittoria
Model Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
Year 201620192019
Supplied By Bought in storeBought in storeBought in store
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New or Used NewNewNew
Mileage 0 km0 km0 km
Price Range HighHighHigh
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Manufacturer Part Number TB9674210011A.00.01611A.00.037
EAN 80225300174118022530017831
TPI 120120120
Compound 3C MaxxSpeed4C G+ 2.04C G+ 2.0
Bead FoldingFoldingFolding
ETRTO 56-62255-62255-622
Size Inch 29"29"29"
Width Inch 2.202.252.25
Specified Weight 720 grams680 grams725 grams
Min Air Pressure psi psi psi
Max Air Pressure 60 psi psi psi
Made In Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Available Sizes 29x2.35
29x2.20
27.5x2.35
27.5x2.20
26x2.35
26x2.20		29x2.10
29x2.25
29x2.35
29x2.60
27.5x2.10
27.5x2.25
27.5x2.35
27.5x2.60
26x2.10
26x2.25		29x2.10
29x2.25
29x2.35
29x2.60
27.5x2.10
27.5x2.25
27.5x2.35
27.5x2.60
26x2.10
Image 1
Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2016
Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Image 2
Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2016
Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Image 3
Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2016
Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2019
Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2019
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Size and Weight Measurements


Size and Weight Measurements
Model Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
Specified Weight 720 grams680 grams725 grams
Measured Weight 759 grams717 grams718 grams
Measured Width Carcass 52 mm (un-round)54 mm (un-round)55 mm (un-round)
Measured Width Tread 54 mm55 mm55 mm
Measured Height Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tire Circumference Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 2.9 mm2.9 mm2.5 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 4.2 mm4.0 mm4.0 mm
Measured Casing Thickness Center 1.50 mm2.30 mm2.10 mm
Measured Total Thickness Sidewall Pro DataPro DataPro Data
All size measurements are taken at an air pressure of 35 psi / 2.4 bars on a 17.8 mm inner width rim.

Rolling Resistance Test Results


Rolling Resistance Test Results
Model Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
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Inner Tube None (40 ml sealant)None (40 ml sealant)None (40 ml sealant)
Measured Width 52 mm54 mm55 mm
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 42 psi/2.9 bar
51-55 = 38 psi/2.6 bar
56-60 = 34 psi/2.3 barHigh Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 35 psi/2.4 bar
51-55 = 32 psi/2.2 bar
56-60 = 29 psi/2.0 barMedium Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 28 psi/1.9 bar
51-55 = 25 psi/1.7 bar
56-60 = 23 psi/1.6 barLow Air Pressure		 30.6 Watts
CRR: 0.00917
(25 psi / 1.7 bar)		25.5 Watts
CRR: 0.00764
(25 psi / 1.7 bar)		23.5 Watts
CRR: 0.00704
(25 psi / 1.7 bar)
Rolling Resistance
Real tire width in mm:
47-50 = 21 psi/1.4 bar
51-55 = 19 psi/1.3 bar
56-60 = 17 psi/1.2 barExtra Low Air Pressure		 Pro DataPro DataPro Data
The MTB 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 Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
Total Puncture Score Tread 27 Points37 Points39 Points
Total Puncture Score Sidewall Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Tread Total Tire Thickness 1.5 mm2.3 mm2.1 mm
Sidewall Puncture Force Sharp Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Sidewall Puncture Force Blunt Needle Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Sidewall Total Tire Thickness Pro DataPro DataPro Data

Static Grip Test Results


Static Grip Test Results (higher is better)
Model Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
Wet Grip Average No Data61 Points66 Points
Wet Grip Center Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Wet Grip Edge Pro DataPro DataPro Data
Measured Knob Height Center 2.9 mm2.9 mm2.5 mm
Measured Knob Height Edge 4.2 mm4.0 mm4.0 mm
Grip in points = coefficient of friction * 100
MTB grip test rim width = 30.0 mm
Wet Grip Test and Off-Road Tires (info)

Conclusion


Conclusion
Model Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
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Verdict RecommendedRecommendedRecommended
Rating 3.0 / 54.0 / 54.3 / 5
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  • Maxxis Ardent Race 3C EXO TR 2.2 *
  • Vittoria Barzo TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
  • Vittoria Mezcal TNT G+ 2.0 2.25
* Grip test data not available
Performance compared to all other MTB tires
(100% is fastest - lightest - highest - strongest)
Pro Members get 11-point radar charts