What does 155/70R12 mean?
155/70R12 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 155 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.
- 70 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.
- 12 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
155/70R12 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 20.5 in | 521.8 mm |
Section Width | 6.1 in | 155 mm |
Rim Height | 12 in | 304 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.3 in | 108.5 mm |
Circumference | 64.5 in | 1639.3 mm |
Revolutions | 981.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 155/70R12 Tire
How tall is a 155/70R12 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 155/70R12 tire is 20.5 inches
How wide is a 155/70R12 tire?
The width of a 155/70R12 tire is 155 mm, which is about 6.1 inches.
What size rim fits a 155/70R12 tire?
A 155/70R12 tire fits on a rim that is 12 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 155/70R12 tire mean?
The 70 in a 155/70R12 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 155/70R12
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 155/70R12:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
135/80R12 | 20.5″ (Equal) | 12 x 3.5-4.5 |
125/80R12 | 19.9″ (-2.9%) | 12 x n/a |
145/70R12 | 20.0″ (-2.4%) | 12 x 3.5-5.0 |
145/80R12 | 21.1″ (2.9%) | 12 x 3.5-5.0 |
165/70R12 | 21.1″ (2.9%) | 12 x 4.0-5.5 |