What does 175/45R18 mean?
175/45R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 175 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.
- 45 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.
- 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
175/45R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.2 in | 614.7 mm |
Section Width | 6.9 in | 175 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.1 in | 78.8 mm |
Circumference | 76 in | 1931.1 mm |
Revolutions | 833.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 175/45R18 Tire
How tall is a 175/45R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 175/45R18 tire is 24.2 inches
How wide is a 175/45R18 tire?
The width of a 175/45R18 tire is 175 mm, which is about 6.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 175/45R18 tire?
A 175/45R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 175/45R18 tire mean?
The 45 in a 175/45R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 175/45R18
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 175/45R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/35R18 | 24.2″ (Equal) | 18 x 7.5-9.0 |
125/60R18 | 23.9″ (-1.2%) | 18 x n/a |
125/70R18 | 24.9″ (2.9%) | 18 x n/a |
135/60R18 | 24.4″ (0.8%) | 18 x n/a |
205/35R18 | 23.6″ (-2.5%) | 18 x 7.0-8.0 |
205/40R18 | 24.5″ (1.2%) | 18 x 7.0-8.0 |
215/35R18 | 23.9″ (-1.2%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
215/40R18 | 24.8″ (2.5%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
235/30R18 | 23.6″ (-2.5%) | 18 x n/a |
235/35R18 | 24.5″ (1.2%) | 18 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/30R18 | 23.8″ (-1.7%) | 18 x 8.0-9.0 |
245/35R18 | 24.8″ (2.5%) | 18 x 8.0-9.5 |
255/30R18 | 24.0″ (-0.8%) | 18 x 8.5-9.5 |
265/30R18 | 24.3″ (0.4%) | 18 x 9.0-10.0 |
285/30R18 | 24.7″ (2.1%) | 18 x 9.5-10.5 |