195/55R17 in Inches

A 195/55R17 tire has a 25.4-inch diameter, a 7.7-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25.4x7.7R17.

195/55R17 Tire Size
7.7"
25.4"
195/55R17 Tire Size in Inches
195/55R17 Tire Circumference
79.9"
17"
4.2"
792.6 revs/mile

195/55R17 Tire Overview

Height
25.4 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
7.7 inches
Circumference
79.9 inches
Sidewall Height
4.2 inches
Revolutions
792.6 per mile
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What does 195/55R17 mean?

195/55R17 tire size meaning in inches

195/55R17 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

195/55R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25.4 in646.3 mm
Section Width7.7 in195 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height4.2 in107.3 mm
Circumference79.9 in2030.4 mm
Revolutions792.6 revs/mile
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FAQ About 195/55R17 Tire

How tall is a 195/55R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 195/55R17 tire is 25.4 inches

How wide is a 195/55R17 tire?

The width of a 195/55R17 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.

What size rim fits a 195/55R17 tire?

A 195/55R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 195/55R17 tire mean?

The 55 in a 195/55R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/55R17

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 195/55R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
305/35R1725.4″ (Equal)17 x n/a
115/95R1725.6″ (0.8%)17 x n/a
125/80R1724.9″ (-2.0%)17 x 3.0-4.0
135/80R1725.5″ (0.4%)17 x n/a
145/70R1725.0″ (-1.6%)17 x n/a
145/80R1726.1″ (2.8%)17 x n/a
155/70R1725.5″ (0.4%)17 x n/a
165/70R1726.1″ (2.8%)17 x n/a
185/60R1725.7″ (1.2%)17 x n/a
195/50R1724.7″ (-2.8%)17 x n/a
205/50R1725.1″ (-1.2%)17 x 5.5-7.5
205/55R1725.9″ (2.0%)17 x 5.5-7.5
215/50R1725.5″ (0.4%)17 x 6.0-7.5
225/45R1725.0″ (-1.6%)17 x 7.0-8.5
225/50R1725.9″ (2.0%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/45R1725.3″ (-0.4%)17 x 7.5-9.0
245/40R1724.7″ (-2.8%)17 x 8.0-9.5
245/45R1725.7″ (1.2%)17 x 7.5-9.0
255/40R1725.0″ (-1.6%)17 x 8.5-10.0
255/45R1726.0″ (2.4%)17 x 8.0-9.5
265/40R1725.3″ (-0.4%)17 x 9.0-10.5
275/40R1725.7″ (1.2%)17 x 9.0-11.0
285/35R1724.9″ (-2.0%)17 x n/a
285/40R1726.0″ (2.4%)17 x 9.5-11.0
295/35R1725.1″ (-1.2%)17 x n/a
315/35R1725.7″ (1.2%)17 x 10.5-12.5