P Zero Yellow C5

The Pirelli P Zero with yellow color coding represents the medium compound selection within Formula 1's three-tire allocation for any given race weekend, though the specific compound can vary based on the track's demands. In Pirelli's Formula 1 tire range, compounds are designated C1 (hardest) through C6 (softest as of 2025), with the C5 compound traditionally representing the second-softest option in the original five-compound range. The yellow sidewall marking indicates this tire is the middle compound choice selected by Pirelli for that specific Grand Prix weekend, positioned between the white-marked hard compound and red-marked soft compound. The C5 compound specifically is engineered for the slowest circuits with low wear and degradation characteristics, typically street circuits or tracks with exceptionally smooth asphalt where maximum mechanical grip is essential for competitive lap times.

The Pirelli P Zero Formula 1 tire features highly specialized construction with precise dimensions of 305/720-18 for front applications and 405/720-18 for rear applications, representing some of the most advanced racing tire technology in motorsport. The C5 compound delivers maximum mechanical grip characteristics crucial for street circuits and smooth permanent facilities where tire degradation is minimal and peak grip takes priority. Formula 1 teams carefully manage tire strategy throughout race weekends, with the yellow-marked medium compound often serving as the primary race tire offering balanced performance between the harder compound's durability and the softer compound's outright grip. These tires are manufactured exclusively for Formula 1 competition under tightly controlled specifications, with no street legality or availability for consumer purchase. The Pirelli P Zero F1 tires represent the pinnacle of racing tire development, incorporating cutting-edge materials science, construction techniques, and compound formulations refined through continuous testing and competition at the highest level of motorsport. Each compound is carefully selected by Pirelli engineers to provide appropriate performance windows for specific circuit characteristics, ensuring competitive racing while managing thermal degradation across race distances.