What does 195/80R15 mean?
195/80R15 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.
- 80 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.
195/80R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27.3 in | 693 mm |
Section Width | 7.7 in | 195 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.1 in | 156 mm |
Circumference | 85.7 in | 2177.1 mm |
Revolutions | 739.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 195/80R15 Tire
How tall is a 195/80R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 195/80R15 tire is 27.3 inches
How wide is a 195/80R15 tire?
The width of a 195/80R15 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.
What size rim fits a 195/80R15 tire?
A 195/80R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 80 in a 195/80R15 tire mean?
The 80 in a 195/80R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 80% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/80R15
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 195/80R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
185/80R15 | 26.7″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/75R15 | 26.5″ (-2.9%) | 15 x 5.0-7.0 |
205/75R15 | 27.1″ (-0.7%) | 15 x 5.0-7.0 |
215/70R15 | 26.9″ (-1.5%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/75R15 | 27.7″ (1.5%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/65R15 | 26.5″ (-2.9%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/70R15 | 27.4″ (0.4%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/65R15 | 27.0″ (-1.1%) | 15 x 6.5-n/a |
235/70R15 | 28.0″ (2.6%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/60R15 | 26.6″ (-2.6%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/65R15 | 27.5″ (0.7%) | 15 x n/a |
255/60R15 | 27.0″ (-1.1%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/65R15 | 28.1″ (2.9%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/60R15 | 27.5″ (0.7%) | 15 x n/a |
275/55R15 | 26.9″ (-1.5%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R15 | 28.0″ (2.6%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
295/50R15 | 26.6″ (-2.6%) | 15 x 8.0-10.5 |
295/55R15 | 27.8″ (1.8%) | 15 x 8.0-10.5 |
305/50R15 | 27.0″ (-1.1%) | 15 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/50R15 | 27.8″ (1.8%) | 15 x 9.0-11.0 |