205/40R18 in Inches

A 205/40R18 tire has a 24.5-inch diameter, a 8.1-inch width, and is designed for a 18-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24.5x8.1R18.

205/40R18 Tire Size
8.1"
24.5"
205/40R18 Tire Size in Inches
205/40R18 Tire Circumference
76.8"
18"
3.2"
824.6 revs/mile

205/40R18 Tire Overview

Height
24.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
18 inches
Tire Width
8.1 inches
Circumference
76.8 inches
Sidewall Height
3.2 inches
Revolutions
824.6 per mile
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What does 205/40R18 mean?

205/40R18 tire size meaning in inches

205/40R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 205 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.
  • 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

205/40R18 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24.5 in621.2 mm
Section Width8.1 in205 mm
Rim Height18 in457 mm
Sidewall Height3.2 in82 mm
Circumference76.8 in1951.6 mm
Revolutions824.6 revs/mile
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FAQ About 205/40R18 Tire

How tall is a 205/40R18 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 205/40R18 tire is 24.5 inches

How wide is a 205/40R18 tire?

The width of a 205/40R18 tire is 205 mm, which is about 8.1 inches.

What size rim fits a 205/40R18 tire?

A 205/40R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 205/40R18 tire mean?

The 40 in a 205/40R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 205/40R18

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 205/40R18:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/35R1824.5″ (Equal)18 x 8.0-9.5
125/60R1823.9″ (-2.4%)18 x n/a
125/70R1824.9″ (1.6%)18 x n/a
135/60R1824.4″ (-0.4%)18 x n/a
175/45R1824.2″ (-1.2%)18 x n/a
215/35R1823.9″ (-2.4%)18 x 7.0-8.5
215/40R1824.8″ (1.2%)18 x 7.0-8.5
225/35R1824.2″ (-1.2%)18 x 7.5-9.0
225/40R1825.1″ (2.4%)18 x 7.5-9.0
245/30R1823.8″ (-2.9%)18 x 8.0-9.0
245/35R1824.8″ (1.2%)18 x 8.0-9.5
255/30R1824.0″ (-2.0%)18 x 8.5-9.5
255/35R1825.0″ (2.0%)18 x 8.5-10.0
265/30R1824.3″ (-0.8%)18 x 9.0-10.0
285/30R1824.7″ (0.8%)18 x 9.5-10.5
295/30R1825.0″ (2.0%)18 x 10.0-11.0
305/30R1825.2″ (2.9%)18 x 10.5-11.5