Pirelli has expanded its gravel tire range with the launch of the new Cinturato Gravel RH and Cinturato Gravel RM, manufactured at the company’s Milan-Bollate facility using FSC-certified natural rubber.
The R denotes their race-oriented focus, while H (Hard) and M (Mixed) indicate the terrain conditions each model is optimized for, in line with the nomenclature already established across Pirelli’s off-road range.
The Cinturato Gravel RH and RM continue the evolution of Pirelli’s gravel range, combining performance, control and reliability through expertise gained in motorsport and cross-country mountain biking. Both models form part of Pirelli’s premium High-Performance Line (HP-Line), which is designed and manufactured in Italy.
Speed and versatility
Engineered for hard-packed and fast terrain, efficiency and low rolling resistance are paramount.
Featuring a new tread pattern with a fully slick center section to maximize contact patch and rolling efficiency on both tarmac and hardpack gravel, alongside pronounced shoulder knobs for added grip, the tire has been designed for speed without compromising control.
It’s 120 TPI ProWall Gravel casing, derived from Pirelli’s XC racing tires, contributes to ride feel, enhanced puncture protection and precise handling. The tire achieved a 17% reduction in rolling resistance compared with the equivalent Performance Line model in Pirelli’s internal testing, making it one of the fastest-rolling options in the brand’s gravel range.
The Cinturato Gravel RM is the versatile option for riders tackling a mix of fast tracks and more technical, rougher terrain without sacrificing speed. Its proven tread pattern (previously known as RC) delivers a balance between grip and rolling efficiency, ensuring cornering stability and dependable traction under acceleration and braking across loose and mixed surfaces.
Combined with the 120 TPI ProWall Gravel casing and a broad size offering (up to 700 x 55mm, ETRTO 55-622), the RM is capable of adapting to a wide variety of courses while maintaining consistent control and a smooth, balanced ride. Internal Pirelli testing showed a 20% reduction in rolling resistance compared with the equivalent tire in the Performance Line.
Both tires feature the latest-generation SmartEvo GR compound, developed specifically by Pirelli for high-performance gravel riding. SmartEvo GR is designed to combine low rolling resistance with reliable grip in both wet and dry conditions, helping balance speed, efficiency and control across a wide range of surfaces.
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