Description
TZO 201 1/8 Off-Road Buggy Tyres (Set of 4)
The TZO 201 is a 1/8 off-road buggy tyre designed for grooved hard-packed tracks through to slightly dusty race surfaces. Its small pin, square lug tread pattern delivers excellent forward drive, consistent cornering performance, and predictable handling across a wide range of track conditions.
The tread features wide centre lugs that provide strong forward traction under acceleration, while the smaller, widely spaced outer lugs maintain side bite and consistent grip when track conditions become dusty. Rounded tread edges help prevent the tyre from catching ruts and bumps, resulting in smoother handling and improved vehicle stability through technical sections of the track.
The versatile tread design performs particularly well on damp race surfaces, while also maintaining consistent performance in both wet and dry conditions. Its combination of forward traction, predictable handling, and low rolling resistance makes the TZO 201 a popular choice for qualifying, where outright lap time is critical, and for main events on tracks with low tyre wear.
Product Options*
- Pre-Glued Set – Includes four (4) tyres factory mounted and glued to TZO wheels with foam inserts installed, ready to race.
- Unglued Set – Includes four (4) tyres, four (4) TZO wheels, and four (4) foam inserts. Assembly and gluing required.
- Tyres Only – Includes four (4) tyres only. Wheels and foam inserts sold separately.
*Unless otherwise selected, TZO tyre sets are supplied factory mounted and glued to TZO wheels with foam inserts installed, ready for racing.
Features
- Sold as a set of four (4) tyres
- Designed for 1/8 off-road buggy racing
- Optimised for grooved hard-packed tracks and slightly dusty conditions
- Small pin, square lug tread pattern for balanced grip and predictable handling
- Wide centre lugs provide strong forward drive under acceleration
- Spaced outer lugs maintain side bite as track conditions become dusty
- Rounded tread edges reduce catching on ruts and bumps for smoother handling
- Excellent performance on damp tracks, with consistent grip in wet and dry conditions
- Well suited to qualifying and low-wear main events
- Engineered to perform with TZO foam inserts
Recommended Track Conditions
- Grooved hard-packed dirt
- Slightly dusty race surfaces
- Damp tracks
- Dry prepared tracks
- Low-wear race conditions
Compound Guide
Choosing the Right Compound:TZO compounds are engineered to perform across a wide range of temperatures and track conditions. Select your compound based on track temperature, available traction and surface moisture for the best balance of grip, consistency and tyre life.
X Compounds
Ultra Soft
Best Working Temperature: 0–27°C (0–80°F)
Designed for maximum grip in cool, cold or wet conditions and low-traction tracks.
- Traction: Maximum grip
- Best For: Low traction, cold or wet track conditions
- Feel: Extremely soft with maximum forward bite
Super Soft
Best Working Temperature: 27–38°C (80–100°F)
A very high-grip compound suited to medium to low traction tracks in warmer conditions.
- Traction: Very high grip
- Best For: Medium to low traction tracks in warm conditions
- Feel: Very soft with strong forward bite
Soft
Best Working Temperature: 27–38°C (80–100°F)
The all-round compound for a wide range of track conditions.
- Traction: High grip
- Best For: General-purpose use across most track conditions
- Feel: Balanced with consistent grip
Medium
Best Working Temperature: 32–38°C (90–100°F)
Designed for high-traction tracks and hotter conditions where added stability is required.
- Traction: Medium grip
- Best For: High traction tracks and hot weather
- Feel: Slightly firmer with increased stability
Hard
Best Working Temperature: 38°C+ (100°F+)
Built for extremely hot conditions and very high-traction tracks where durability is key.
- Traction: Lower grip
- Best For: Very high traction tracks and extreme heat
- Feel: Firm with maximum stability and durability
Ultra Clay (Green/Gold)
Best Working Temperature: 0–10°C (0–50°F)
A soft clay compound developed for early morning or late evening slick conditions.
- Best For: Cool temperatures, wet or damp tracks, low traction surfaces
- Feel: Soft with maximum grip and excellent forgiveness
- Use When: Track temperatures are low and maximum traction is needed
Supra Clay (Pink/Gold)
Best Working Temperature: 10–21°C (50–70°F)
A mid-range clay compound for changing conditions throughout the day.
- Best For: Midday conditions that are wet, damp or beginning to dry
- Feel: Balanced, predictable and consistent
- Use When: Track conditions are between wet and dry
Supreme Clay (White/Gold)
Best Working Temperature: 16–32°C (60–90°F)
A firmer clay compound intended for drier, higher-traction surfaces.
- Best For: Dry tracks, warm temperatures and polished clay surfaces
- Feel: Increased carcass support allowing the pins to do more of the work
- Use When: The track is drying or fully dry, or as a transition before moving to a standard rubber compound.
Soft Long Wear
Best Working Temperature: TBA
TZO has not yet released official compound specifications.
- Traction: High grip
- Best For: High-grip and abrasive track conditions where tyre longevity is important
- Feel: Consistent performance with increased wear resistance
Black Magic
Best Working Temperature: TBA
TZO has not yet released official compound specifications.
- Traction: High grip
- Best For: A wide range of racing conditions
- Feel: Consistent grip with predictable handling