195/55R15 in Inches

A 195/55R15 tire has a 23.4-inch diameter, a 7.7-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 23.4x7.7R15.

195/55R15 Tire Size
7.7"
23.4"
195/55R15 Tire Size in Inches
195/55R15 Tire Circumference
73.7"
15"
4.2"
860.2 revs/mile

195/55R15 Tire Overview

Height
23.4 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
7.7 inches
Circumference
73.7 inches
Sidewall Height
4.2 inches
Revolutions
860.2 per mile
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What does 195/55R15 mean?

195/55R15 tire size meaning in inches

195/55R15 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.
  • 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.
  • 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

195/55R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter23.4 in595.5 mm
Section Width7.7 in195 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height4.2 in107.3 mm
Circumference73.7 in1870.8 mm
Revolutions860.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 195/55R15 Tire

How tall is a 195/55R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 195/55R15 tire is 23.4 inches

How wide is a 195/55R15 tire?

The width of a 195/55R15 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.

What size rim fits a 195/55R15 tire?

A 195/55R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 195/55R15 tire mean?

The 55 in a 195/55R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/55R15

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 195/55R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
165/65R1523.4″ (Equal)15 x 4.5-6.0
125/80R1522.9″ (-2.1%)15 x n/a
125/90R1523.9″ (2.1%)15 x n/a
135/80R1523.5″ (0.4%)15 x 3.5-4.5
155/65R1522.9″ (-2.1%)15 x 4.5-5.5
155/70R1523.5″ (0.4%)15 x 4.0-5.0
165/60R1522.8″ (-2.6%)15 x 5.0-6.0
175/60R1523.3″ (-0.4%)15 x 5.0-6.0
175/65R1524.0″ (2.6%)15 x 5.0-6.0
185/55R1523.0″ (-1.7%)15 x 5.0-6.5
185/60R1523.7″ (1.3%)15 x 5.0-6.5
195/50R1522.7″ (-3.0%)15 x 5.5-7.0
205/50R1523.1″ (-1.3%)15 x 5.5-7.5
205/55R1523.9″ (2.1%)15 x 5.5-7.5
215/50R1523.5″ (0.4%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/45R1523.0″ (-1.7%)15 x 7.0-8.5
225/50R1523.9″ (2.1%)15 x 6.0-8.0
235/45R1523.3″ (-0.4%)15 x 7.5-9.0
245/40R1522.7″ (-3.0%)15 x 8.0-9.5
255/45R1524.0″ (2.6%)15 x 8.0-9.5
285/40R1524.0″ (2.6%)15 x 9.5-11.0
295/35R1523.1″ (-1.3%)15 x n/a