TAMKO Titan shingle, specifically TAMKO Titan XT, is classified as a premium architectural or dimensional asphalt shingle with high wind and impact ratings, positioned above TAMKO Heritage standard line. In terms of product class, Titan XT is an architectural laminated shingle, meaning it has multiple layers of fiberglass mat bonded with asphalt, giving dimensional appearance. In terms of performance class, TAMKO Titan XT is rated as a Class 3 or Class 4 impact resistance shingle depending on version, with the Titan XT with Anchorshield technology often meeting UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance, which is the highest rating for resistance to hail damage and may qualify for insurance discounts in hail-prone states. It also carries a Class A fire rating, which is the highest fire resistance rating for roofing under ASTM E108. For wind class, Titan XT is rated for 160 mph wind warranty with 15-year non-prorated protection and 10-year algae warranty, which is higher than standard Heritage 130 mph rating, due to its extra-wide nailing zone and enhanced sealant. TAMKO markets Titan XT as a premium shingle with advanced color blends, thicker profile, and longer warranty than standard Heritage. So Titan is not a three-tab shingle, it is an architectural laminated shingle in the premium class, with Class 4 impact, Class A fire, and high wind class, competing with GAF Timberline UHDZ and Owens Corning Duration Flex.
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