What does 195/75R15 mean?
195/75R15 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.
- 75 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.
195/75R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26.5 in | 673.5 mm |
Section Width | 7.7 in | 195 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.8 in | 146.3 mm |
Circumference | 83.3 in | 2115.9 mm |
Revolutions | 760.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 195/75R15 Tire
How tall is a 195/75R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 195/75R15 tire is 26.5 inches
How wide is a 195/75R15 tire?
The width of a 195/75R15 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.
What size rim fits a 195/75R15 tire?
A 195/75R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 75 in a 195/75R15 tire mean?
The 75 in a 195/75R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 75% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/75R15
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 195/75R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/65R15 | 26.5″ (Equal) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
185/80R15 | 26.7″ (0.8%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
205/70R15 | 26.3″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 5.0-7.0 |
205/75R15 | 27.1″ (2.3%) | 15 x 5.0-7.0 |
215/65R15 | 26.0″ (-1.9%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/70R15 | 26.9″ (1.5%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
235/60R15 | 26.1″ (-1.5%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/65R15 | 27.0″ (1.9%) | 15 x 6.5-n/a |
245/60R15 | 26.6″ (0.4%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/55R15 | 26.0″ (-1.9%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/60R15 | 27.0″ (1.9%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/50R15 | 25.8″ (-2.6%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/55R15 | 26.9″ (1.5%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/50R15 | 26.2″ (-1.1%) | 15 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/50R15 | 26.6″ (0.4%) | 15 x 8.0-10.5 |
305/50R15 | 27.0″ (1.9%) | 15 x 8.5-11.0 |