What does 195/40R17 mean?
195/40R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 195 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.
- 40 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.
195/40R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.1 in | 587.8 mm |
Section Width | 7.7 in | 195 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.1 in | 78 mm |
Circumference | 72.7 in | 1846.6 mm |
Revolutions | 871.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 195/40R17 Tire
How tall is a 195/40R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 195/40R17 tire is 23.1 inches
How wide is a 195/40R17 tire?
The width of a 195/40R17 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.
What size rim fits a 195/40R17 tire?
A 195/40R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 195/40R17 tire mean?
The 40 in a 195/40R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/40R17
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 195/40R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
165/45R17 | 22.8″ (-1.3%) | 17 x n/a |
205/40R17 | 23.5″ (1.7%) | 17 x 7.0-8.0 |
215/35R17 | 22.9″ (-0.9%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/35R17 | 23.2″ (0.4%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |