What does 135/90R15 mean?
135/90R15 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 135 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
- 90 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
- R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
135/90R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.6 in | 624 mm |
Section Width | 5.3 in | 135 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.8 in | 121.5 mm |
Circumference | 77.2 in | 1960.4 mm |
Revolutions | 820.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 135/90R15 Tire
How tall is a 135/90R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 135/90R15 tire is 24.6 inches
How wide is a 135/90R15 tire?
The width of a 135/90R15 tire is 135 mm, which is about 5.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 135/90R15 tire?
A 135/90R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 90 in a 135/90R15 tire mean?
The 90 in a 135/90R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 90% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 135/90R15
Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.
However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.
Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 135/90R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/70R15 | 24.6″ (Equal) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
245/50R15 | 24.6″ (Equal) | 15 x 6.5-7.5 |
125/90R15 | 23.9″ (-2.8%) | 15 x n/a |
155/80R15 | 24.8″ (0.8%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
175/65R15 | 24.0″ (-2.4%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/75R15 | 25.3″ (2.8%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/65R15 | 24.5″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/70R15 | 25.2″ (2.4%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/60R15 | 24.2″ (-1.6%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/65R15 | 25.0″ (1.6%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/55R15 | 23.9″ (-2.8%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/60R15 | 24.7″ (0.4%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/55R15 | 24.3″ (-1.2%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/60R15 | 25.2″ (2.4%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/50R15 | 23.9″ (-2.8%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/55R15 | 24.7″ (0.4%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/50R15 | 24.3″ (-1.2%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/55R15 | 25.2″ (2.4%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/45R15 | 24.0″ (-2.4%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
285/40R15 | 24.0″ (-2.4%) | 15 x 9.5-11.0 |
345/35R15 | 24.5″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 11.5-13.5 |