What does 185/50R17 mean?
185/50R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 185 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.
- 50 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.
- 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
185/50R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.3 in | 616.8 mm |
Section Width | 7.3 in | 185 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.6 in | 92.5 mm |
Circumference | 76.3 in | 1937.7 mm |
Revolutions | 830.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 185/50R17 Tire
How tall is a 185/50R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 185/50R17 tire is 24.3 inches
How wide is a 185/50R17 tire?
The width of a 185/50R17 tire is 185 mm, which is about 7.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 185/50R17 tire?
A 185/50R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 185/50R17 tire mean?
The 50 in a 185/50R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 185/50R17
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 185/50R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
205/45R17 | 24.3″ (Equal) | 17 x 6.5-7.5 |
265/35R17 | 24.3″ (Equal) | 17 x 9.0-10.5 |
125/70R17 | 23.9″ (-1.6%) | 17 x n/a |
125/80R17 | 24.9″ (2.5%) | 17 x 3.0-4.0 |
135/70R17 | 24.4″ (0.4%) | 17 x n/a |
145/70R17 | 25.0″ (2.9%) | 17 x n/a |
175/55R17 | 24.6″ (1.2%) | 17 x 5.0-6.0 |
195/45R17 | 23.9″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
195/50R17 | 24.7″ (1.6%) | 17 x n/a |
215/40R17 | 23.8″ (-2.1%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
215/45R17 | 24.6″ (1.2%) | 17 x 7.0-8.0 |
225/40R17 | 24.1″ (-0.8%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
225/45R17 | 25.0″ (2.9%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
235/40R17 | 24.4″ (0.4%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/35R17 | 23.8″ (-2.1%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/40R17 | 24.7″ (1.6%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
255/40R17 | 25.0″ (2.9%) | 17 x 8.5-10.0 |
275/35R17 | 24.6″ (1.2%) | 17 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/35R17 | 24.9″ (2.5%) | 17 x n/a |