450-19 Ensign B5 Blackwall Tire compares to the Dunlop B5. OE Fitment for MG TC. Made in Great Britain.
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.
Ensign produces quality tires in popular sizes for Veteran automobiles and motorcycles. Fitments range from 1920s through the 1970s and many of Ensigns design are authorized replacements for popular Dunlop designs.
Ensign is a distinguished brand specializing in vintage-style tires for classic motorcycles and cars. Their product lineup includes beaded edge (clincher) tires, which are essential for authentic restorations of early 20th-century vehicles. These tires are crafted to replicate original designs, ensuring both historical accuracy and reliable performance.
For classic motorcycle enthusiasts, Ensign offers tires like the 28x3 Universal BE (Beaded Edge), suitable for many early motorcycles and light cars such as the Rover 8hp. These tires feature period-correct tread patterns and sidewall designs, catering to the needs of vintage vehicle restorers.
By choosing Ensign tires, classic vehicle owners can maintain the original look and feel of their motorcycles and cars, preserving the historical integrity of their restorations.
| Brand | Ensign |
| Construction Ply | 4 PLY POLY |
| Max Load Capacity | 715 lbs @ 36 psi |
| Overall Diameter | 28.90 |
| Rim Diameter | 19 in |
| Rim Width (in) | 2.5 - 3.0 |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| SKU | 72957 |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Tire Series | Ensign B5 |
| Tire Size | 450-19 |
| Tread Width | 4.00 |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Width Bias Ply | 4.50 |
