185/55R14 in Inches

A 185/55R14 tire has a 22-inch diameter, a 7.3-inch width, and is designed for a 14-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 22x7.3R14.

185/55R14 Tire Size
7.3"
22"
185/55R14 Tire Size in Inches
185/55R14 Tire Circumference
69.2"
14"
4"
916.2 revs/mile

185/55R14 Tire Overview

Height
22 inches
Wheel Diameter
14 inches
Tire Width
7.3 inches
Circumference
69.2 inches
Sidewall Height
4 inches
Revolutions
916.2 per mile
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What does 185/55R14 mean?

185/55R14 tire size meaning in inches

185/55R14 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.
  • 55 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.
  • 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

185/55R14 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter22 in559.1 mm
Section Width7.3 in185 mm
Rim Height14 in355 mm
Sidewall Height4 in101.8 mm
Circumference69.2 in1756.5 mm
Revolutions916.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 185/55R14 Tire

How tall is a 185/55R14 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 185/55R14 tire is 22 inches

How wide is a 185/55R14 tire?

The width of a 185/55R14 tire is 185 mm, which is about 7.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 185/55R14 tire?

A 185/55R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 185/55R14 tire mean?

The 55 in a 185/55R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 185/55R14

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 185/55R14:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
225/45R1422.0″ (Equal)14 x 7.0-8.5
135/80R1422.5″ (2.3%)14 x n/a
145/65R1421.4″ (-2.7%)14 x 4.0-5.0
155/65R1421.9″ (-0.5%)14 x 4.5-5.5
155/70R1422.5″ (2.3%)14 x 4.0-5.0
165/60R1421.8″ (-0.9%)14 x 4.5-6.0
165/65R1422.4″ (1.8%)14 x 4.5-6.0
175/60R1422.3″ (1.4%)14 x 5.0-6.0
195/55R1422.4″ (1.8%)14 x 5.5-7.0
205/50R1422.1″ (0.5%)14 x 5.5-7.5