What does 185/60R15 mean?
185/60R15 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.
- 60 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.
185/60R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.7 in | 603 mm |
Section Width | 7.3 in | 185 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.4 in | 111 mm |
Circumference | 74.6 in | 1894.4 mm |
Revolutions | 849.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 185/60R15 Tire
How tall is a 185/60R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 185/60R15 tire is 23.7 inches
How wide is a 185/60R15 tire?
The width of a 185/60R15 tire is 185 mm, which is about 7.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 185/60R15 tire?
A 185/60R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 185/60R15 tire mean?
The 60 in a 185/60R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 185/60R15
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 185/60R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/90R15 | 23.9″ (0.8%) | 15 x n/a |
135/80R15 | 23.5″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 3.5-4.5 |
155/70R15 | 23.5″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/65R15 | 23.4″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/60R15 | 23.3″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/65R15 | 24.0″ (1.3%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/55R15 | 23.0″ (-3.0%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/55R15 | 23.4″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/60R15 | 24.2″ (2.1%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R15 | 23.1″ (-2.5%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/55R15 | 23.9″ (0.8%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/50R15 | 23.5″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/55R15 | 24.3″ (2.5%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/45R15 | 23.0″ (-3.0%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/50R15 | 23.9″ (0.8%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/45R15 | 23.3″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 7.5-9.0 |
235/50R15 | 24.3″ (2.5%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/45R15 | 24.0″ (1.3%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
285/40R15 | 24.0″ (1.3%) | 15 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/35R15 | 23.1″ (-2.5%) | 15 x n/a |