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Nankang AR-1 Semi Slick Motorsport Tyre – 235/35R19

Nankang AR-1 Semi Slick Motorsport Tyre – 235/35R19

R 4,599.00
235/35R19 AR-1 Semi-Slick Road Legal

Road-legal semi-slick engineered for track days, time attack and high-performance road cars.

01 Track Day Ready

Built for drivers chasing grip, response and consistency.

02 Road Legal Semi-Slick

Track-focused capability while remaining usable on the road.

03 Predictable Grip

Confidence under load, cornering and repeated heat cycles.

04 Nationwide Delivery

Delivered across South Africa with secure checkout.

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FREE NATIONWIDE DELIVERY

Delivered Anywhere In South Africa.

Every Nankang tyre order includes free nationwide delivery. Tyres are shipped directly to you with typical delivery times of 5–7 business days, subject to stock availability.

Nankang AR-1 Semi Slick Motorsport Tyre – 235/35R19

The Nankang AR-1 is a competition-focused semi-slick tyre developed for drivers who demand exceptional performance on both circuit and road. Featuring a motorsport-derived tread compound, reinforced carcass construction and aggressive tread design, the AR-1 delivers outstanding dry grip, precise steering feel and confidence under demanding driving conditions.

With a proven reputation among track day enthusiasts, club racers and time attack competitors worldwide, the AR-1 continues to be one of the most respected semi-slick tyres available today.

Built For

🏁 Track Days

🏁 Club Racing

🏁 Time Attack

🏁 Hill Climbs

🏁 Performance Road Cars

Key Features

Exceptional Dry Grip

High-performance motorsport compound engineered to maximise traction and cornering performance.

Precision Steering Response

Reinforced construction provides excellent turn-in response and predictable handling characteristics.

Track-Day Proven

Designed to perform consistently through repeated heat cycles and demanding track sessions.

Road Legal Semi Slick

Track-focused performance while remaining road legal for enthusiast applications.

Why Choose The AR-1?

The AR-1 bridges the gap between conventional ultra-high-performance tyres and dedicated racing slicks. Whether you're chasing faster lap times, competing in club motorsport or upgrading your weekend performance car, the AR-1 delivers exceptional grip, consistency and driver confidence.

Specifications
Specification Value
Brand Nankang
Model AR-1
Category Semi Slick Motorsport Tyre
Size 235/35R19
Load Index 91
Speed Rating Y
Recommended Rim Width 8"–9.5"
Overall Diameter 647 mm
Section Width 241 mm
Road Legal Yes
Application Track Day / Motorsport
Fitment Notes

The 235/35R19 AR-1 is commonly fitted to modern high-performance vehicles including Volkswagen Golf R builds, Audi RS models, BMW M cars and dedicated track-day machines where precise steering response, high-speed stability and exceptional dry-weather grip are essential.

Always verify vehicle fitment before purchasing.$

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AR-1 In Motion Built for the moments that matter.

The AR-1 Experience

Not Every Tyre Is Built For This.

The AR-1 is not trying to be everything to everyone. It is a road-legal semi-slick built for drivers who value dry grip, sharp feedback and consistency when pushing at the limit.
Track 90%
Road 10%
Driver Profile

Perfect for track day builds.

Ideal for drivers wanting maximum dry-weather grip while remaining road legal.

Driver Profile

Built for lap-time hunters.

Rewards aggressive braking, sharp direction changes and committed corner exits.

Driver Profile

Proven in competitive environments.

Designed for consistency, confidence and repeatable performance across demanding sessions.

Driver Profile

For performance-first road cars.

Road legal, but heavily biased toward dry grip and circuit performance over comfort and mileage.

Honest Positioning

The AR-1 was never designed to be the most comfortable tyre on the road. It was engineered for drivers who value confidence, grip and consistency when pushing at the limit.

Proven In Competition

Trusted By Drivers Who Compete.

Championships do not choose tyres because of marketing. They choose them because they deliver when grip, consistency and confidence matter.
Control Tyre

BMW 1 Series SuperCup

Used as a control tyre in a championship environment where consistency and repeatability matter.

Control Tyre

Civic Challenge

Chosen for control tyre use in close racing where predictable performance is critical.

Control Tyre

Classic VW Cup

Trusted in classic Volkswagen competition, where driver confidence and repeatable grip are key.

Podium-Winning Tyre

Tourismo X

Used as a podium-winning tyre in open tyre competition.

Podium-Winning Tyre

BMWCCR

Proven in BMW club racing environments where lap-after-lap consistency matters.

Podium-Winning Tyre

750MC Club Enduro

Used in endurance racing conditions where tyre performance must remain predictable over longer sessions.

Curated For Enthusiasts.

Official Nankang Data

AR-1 Technical Reference

Official dimensional, fitment and performance data published by Nankang Motorsport. Use this section as a technical reference when evaluating AR-1 fitment options, wheel specifications and available sizes.
90%Track Bias
10%Road Bias
80TWTrack Compound
12–21"Available Fitments
71–104°COperating Window
17"+Kevlar Reinforced Sizes
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Our online store reflects our current stocked range. If your required size is not currently available, contact our team and we'll advise on availability and potential lead times.

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LI / SI

Load Index and Speed Index.

RRC

Rolling resistance classification.

Rim Width

Approved wheel width range.

46 sizes
Size Load Rating Speed Index RRC Wet Grip Noise Value (DB) Noise Class Section Width (MM) Overall Diameter (MM) Rim Width (Inch)
165/60R12 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 71 H N/A N/A 0 0 170 503 4.5-6J
175/50R13 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 72 V N/A N/A 0 0 182 506 5-6J
185/60R13 100TW AR-1 (PRE 1990) 80 V N/A N/A 0 0 189 552 5-6.5J
205/60R13 XL 100TW AR-1 90 V D D B 72 209 576 5.5-7.5J
235/45R13 XL 100TW AR-1 91 V D D B 72 236 540 7.5-9J
185/60R14 100TW AR-1 (PRE 1990) 82 V N/A N/A 0 0 189 578 5-6.5J
165/50R15 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 72 V N/A N/A 0 0 170 547 4.5-6J
195/50R15 XL 100TW AR-1 86 V D D B 72 201 577 5.5-7J
205/50ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 89 W D D B 72 214 587 5.5-7.5J
225/45ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 91 W D D B 72 225 583 7-8.5J
245/40ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 92 W D D B 71 248 575 8-9.5J
275/35R15 100TW AR-1 82 W D D A 72 278 573 9-10J
195/45R16 XL 100TW AR-1 84 V D D B 71 195 582 6-7.5J
195/50ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 88 W D D B 72 201 602 5.5-7J
205/45ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 87 W D D B 72 206 590 6.5-7.5J
225/45ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 93 W D D B 72 225 608 7-8.5J
195/45R17 XL 100TW AR-1 85 V D D B 72 195 606 6-7.5J
205/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 84 W D D B 72 212 596 7-8J
215/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 87 W D D B 72 218 604 7-8.5J
215/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 91 Y D D B 72 213 626 7-8J
225/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 94 W D D B 72 225 634 7-8.5J
235/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 94 W D D B 72 241 620 8-9.5J
235/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 97 Y D D B 72 236 644 7.5-9J
245/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 95 W D D B 72 248 628 8-9.5J
255/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 98 W D D B 73 260 636 8.5-10J
315/35ZR17 100TW AR-1 102 W D D B 74 320 652 10.5-11.5J
225/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 92 Y D D B 72 230 637 7.5-9J
235/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 95 Y D D B 72 241 645 8-9.5J
245/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 97 Y D D B 72 248 653 8-9.5J
255/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 94 Y D D B 73 260 635 8.5-10J
265/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 97 Y D D B 73 271 643 9-10.5J
275/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 99 Y D D B 73 278 649 9-11J
295/30ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 98 Y D D B 74 301 635 10-11J
315/30ZR18 100TW AR-1 98 Y D D B 74 320 647 10.5-11.5J
335/30ZR18 100TW AR-1 102 Y D D B 74 343 659 11.5-12.5J
235/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 91 Y D D B 72 241 647 8-9.5J
245/35R19 XL 100TW AR-1 93 Y D D B 73 248 655 8-9.5J
265/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 98 Y D D B 73 271 668 9-10.5J
275/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 100 Y D D B 73 278 675 9-11J
305/30ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 102 Y D D 2 74 313 667 10.5-11.5J
325/30ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 105 Y D D B 74 331 682 11-12J
245/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 95 Y D D B 72 248 681 8-9.5J
265/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 99 Y D D B 73 271 694 9-10.5J
285/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 104 Y D D B 74 290 708 9.5-11J
305/30ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 103 Y D D B 74 313 694 10.5-11.5J
325/30ZR21 XL 100TW AR-1 108 Y D D B 74 331 729 11-12J
165/60R12 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 71H

Load Rating71

Speed IndexH

RRCN/A

Wet GripN/A

Noise Value0

Noise Class0

Section Width170 mm

Overall Diameter503 mm

Rim Width4.5-6J

175/50R13 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 72V

Load Rating72

Speed IndexV

RRCN/A

Wet GripN/A

Noise Value0

Noise Class0

Section Width182 mm

Overall Diameter506 mm

Rim Width5-6J

185/60R13 100TW AR-1 (PRE 1990) 80V

Load Rating80

Speed IndexV

RRCN/A

Wet GripN/A

Noise Value0

Noise Class0

Section Width189 mm

Overall Diameter552 mm

Rim Width5-6.5J

205/60R13 XL 100TW AR-1 90V

Load Rating90

Speed IndexV

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width209 mm

Overall Diameter576 mm

Rim Width5.5-7.5J

235/45R13 XL 100TW AR-1 91V

Load Rating91

Speed IndexV

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width236 mm

Overall Diameter540 mm

Rim Width7.5-9J

185/60R14 100TW AR-1 (PRE 1990) 82V

Load Rating82

Speed IndexV

RRCN/A

Wet GripN/A

Noise Value0

Noise Class0

Section Width189 mm

Overall Diameter578 mm

Rim Width5-6.5J

165/50R15 100TW AR-1 (PRE-1990) 72V

Load Rating72

Speed IndexV

RRCN/A

Wet GripN/A

Noise Value0

Noise Class0

Section Width170 mm

Overall Diameter547 mm

Rim Width4.5-6J

195/50R15 XL 100TW AR-1 86V

Load Rating86

Speed IndexV

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width201 mm

Overall Diameter577 mm

Rim Width5.5-7J

205/50ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 89W

Load Rating89

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width214 mm

Overall Diameter587 mm

Rim Width5.5-7.5J

225/45ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 91W

Load Rating91

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width225 mm

Overall Diameter583 mm

Rim Width7-8.5J

245/40ZR15 XL 100TW AR-1 92W

Load Rating92

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class71

Section Width248 mm

Overall Diameter575 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

275/35R15 100TW AR-1 82W

Load Rating82

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueA

Noise Class72

Section Width278 mm

Overall Diameter573 mm

Rim Width9-10J

195/45R16 XL 100TW AR-1 84V

Load Rating84

Speed IndexV

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class71

Section Width195 mm

Overall Diameter582 mm

Rim Width6-7.5J

195/50ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 88W

Load Rating88

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width201 mm

Overall Diameter602 mm

Rim Width5.5-7J

205/45ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 87W

Load Rating87

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width206 mm

Overall Diameter590 mm

Rim Width6.5-7.5J

225/45ZR16 XL 100TW AR-1 93W

Load Rating93

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width225 mm

Overall Diameter608 mm

Rim Width7-8.5J

195/45R17 XL 100TW AR-1 85V

Load Rating85

Speed IndexV

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width195 mm

Overall Diameter606 mm

Rim Width6-7.5J

205/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 84W

Load Rating84

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width212 mm

Overall Diameter596 mm

Rim Width7-8J

215/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 87W

Load Rating87

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width218 mm

Overall Diameter604 mm

Rim Width7-8.5J

215/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 91Y

Load Rating91

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width213 mm

Overall Diameter626 mm

Rim Width7-8J

225/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 94W

Load Rating94

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width225 mm

Overall Diameter634 mm

Rim Width7-8.5J

235/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 94W

Load Rating94

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width241 mm

Overall Diameter620 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

235/45ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 97Y

Load Rating97

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width236 mm

Overall Diameter644 mm

Rim Width7.5-9J

245/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 95W

Load Rating95

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width248 mm

Overall Diameter628 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

255/40ZR17 XL 100TW AR-1 98W

Load Rating98

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width260 mm

Overall Diameter636 mm

Rim Width8.5-10J

315/35ZR17 100TW AR-1 102W

Load Rating102

Speed IndexW

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width320 mm

Overall Diameter652 mm

Rim Width10.5-11.5J

225/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 92Y

Load Rating92

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width230 mm

Overall Diameter637 mm

Rim Width7.5-9J

235/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 95Y

Load Rating95

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width241 mm

Overall Diameter645 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

245/40ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 97Y

Load Rating97

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width248 mm

Overall Diameter653 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

255/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 94Y

Load Rating94

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width260 mm

Overall Diameter635 mm

Rim Width8.5-10J

265/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 97Y

Load Rating97

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width271 mm

Overall Diameter643 mm

Rim Width9-10.5J

275/35ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 99Y

Load Rating99

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width278 mm

Overall Diameter649 mm

Rim Width9-11J

295/30ZR18 XL 100TW AR-1 98Y

Load Rating98

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width301 mm

Overall Diameter635 mm

Rim Width10-11J

315/30ZR18 100TW AR-1 98Y

Load Rating98

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width320 mm

Overall Diameter647 mm

Rim Width10.5-11.5J

335/30ZR18 100TW AR-1 102Y

Load Rating102

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width343 mm

Overall Diameter659 mm

Rim Width11.5-12.5J

235/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 91Y

Load Rating91

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width241 mm

Overall Diameter647 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

245/35R19 XL 100TW AR-1 93Y

Load Rating93

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width248 mm

Overall Diameter655 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

265/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 98Y

Load Rating98

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width271 mm

Overall Diameter668 mm

Rim Width9-10.5J

275/35ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 100Y

Load Rating100

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width278 mm

Overall Diameter675 mm

Rim Width9-11J

305/30ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 102Y

Load Rating102

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise Value2

Noise Class74

Section Width313 mm

Overall Diameter667 mm

Rim Width10.5-11.5J

325/30ZR19 XL 100TW AR-1 105Y

Load Rating105

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width331 mm

Overall Diameter682 mm

Rim Width11-12J

245/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 95Y

Load Rating95

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class72

Section Width248 mm

Overall Diameter681 mm

Rim Width8-9.5J

265/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 99Y

Load Rating99

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class73

Section Width271 mm

Overall Diameter694 mm

Rim Width9-10.5J

285/35ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 104Y

Load Rating104

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width290 mm

Overall Diameter708 mm

Rim Width9.5-11J

305/30ZR20 XL 100TW AR-1 103Y

Load Rating103

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width313 mm

Overall Diameter694 mm

Rim Width10.5-11.5J

325/30ZR21 XL 100TW AR-1 108Y

Load Rating108

Speed IndexY

RRCD

Wet GripD

Noise ValueB

Noise Class74

Section Width331 mm

Overall Diameter729 mm

Rim Width11-12J

Buyer Fit Check

Is The AR-1 Right For You?

The AR-1 is built for drivers who prioritise dry grip, lap-time consistency and confident feedback over comfort, wet-weather ability and long mileage.
Road Track
Road legal Track optimised
The honest answer

Choose the AR-1 if your priority is dry-weather performance and circuit confidence. Consider a less aggressive tyre if daily comfort, wet roads and mileage matter more.

Dedicated Track Car
Track Day Car
Time Attack
Club Racing
Spirited Road Driving
Daily Driving
Heavy Rain Use

Perfect If You

  • You attend regular track days.
  • You want maximum dry grip.
  • You chase lap times and driver feedback.
  • You accept a track-first tyre compromise.

Not Ideal If You

  • You mainly commute.
  • You need high mileage.
  • You frequently drive in heavy rain.
  • You want a quiet, comfort-focused road tyre.
Why Buy From Halo Garage

Built by enthusiasts. Curated for people who care.

Halo Garage exists for drivers, builders and garage-obsessed enthusiasts who care about the products they fit, the way they buy, and the experience behind every order.

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Enthusiast-Led Store

We understand these products because Halo Garage is being built around the same performance, garage and motorsport culture our customers live in.

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Carefully Curated Range

No random catalogue dumping. Products are selected for real garage, track, workshop and enthusiast use.

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Nationwide Delivery

Secure checkout and delivery across South Africa, with a buying experience designed to feel as premium as the products themselves.

Need help before buying?

Contact us and we'll help where we can with availability, product questions and lead-time guidance. No overpromising — just honest support from an enthusiast-led store.

Frequently Asked Questions

Still Have Questions?

Everything you need to know before fitting the Nankang AR-1.
Is the Nankang AR-1 road legal?

Yes. The Nankang AR-1 is a road-legal semi-slick tyre. While it is approved for road use, it has been developed primarily for track-focused driving and motorsport applications.

Can I drive the AR-1 in wet weather?

The AR-1 can be driven on the road in wet conditions, however it is a track-focused semi-slick with limited water evacuation compared to a conventional road tyre. Extra caution should be exercised in heavy rain or standing water.

Are Nankang AR-1 tyres sold individually or as a set?

All Nankang AR-1 tyres sold by Halo Garage are priced and sold individually unless otherwise stated. Please ensure you add the correct quantity required for your vehicle before checkout.

Can I daily drive the AR-1?

The AR-1 is capable of road use, however it has been engineered with track performance as the primary objective. For vehicles used predominantly for commuting or everyday driving, a less aggressive performance tyre may be a more suitable choice.

Does the AR-1 require heat cycling before use?

No special heat cycling procedure is required before use. However, as with most motorsport-oriented tyres, performance and longevity can benefit from progressively bringing the tyre up to operating temperature during initial sessions.

What tyre pressures should I run on track?

Recommended pressures will vary depending on vehicle weight, suspension setup, driving style and track conditions. Always monitor hot pressures during track use and adjust accordingly. As a general guideline, consult your vehicle or race engineer's recommendations and make incremental adjustments based on tyre behaviour.

What if my required size is not currently listed?

The Halo Garage online store reflects our current stocked range. If your required size is not currently listed, please contact us and we'll gladly advise on availability and potential lead times where possible.

How long does a Nankang AR-1 typically last?

Tyre life will vary significantly depending on vehicle setup, alignment, track conditions, driving style and usage. The AR-1 is designed for maximum dry performance and consistency, therefore mileage expectations will generally be lower than a conventional ultra-high-performance road tyre.

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