What does 205/60R17 mean?
205/60R17 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.
- 60 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.
205/60R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26.7 in | 677.8 mm |
Section Width | 8.1 in | 205 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.8 in | 123 mm |
Circumference | 83.8 in | 2129.4 mm |
Revolutions | 755.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 205/60R17 Tire
How tall is a 205/60R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 205/60R17 tire is 26.7 inches
How wide is a 205/60R17 tire?
The width of a 205/60R17 tire is 205 mm, which is about 8.1 inches.
What size rim fits a 205/60R17 tire?
A 205/60R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 205/60R17 tire mean?
The 60 in a 205/60R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 205/60R17
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 205/60R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/55R17 | 26.7″ (Equal) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
135/90R17 | 26.6″ (-0.4%) | 17 x n/a |
145/80R17 | 26.1″ (-2.2%) | 17 x n/a |
145/90R17 | 27.3″ (2.2%) | 17 x n/a |
155/80R17 | 26.8″ (0.4%) | 17 x n/a |
165/70R17 | 26.1″ (-2.2%) | 17 x n/a |
165/80R17 | 27.4″ (2.6%) | 17 x n/a |
205/55R17 | 25.9″ (-3.0%) | 17 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/65R17 | 27.5″ (3.0%) | 17 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/55R17 | 26.3″ (-1.5%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/60R17 | 27.2″ (1.9%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/50R17 | 25.9″ (-3.0%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/50R17 | 26.3″ (-1.5%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/55R17 | 27.2″ (1.9%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/50R17 | 26.6″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/45R17 | 26.0″ (-2.6%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
255/50R17 | 27.0″ (1.1%) | 17 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/40R17 | 26.0″ (-2.6%) | 17 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/40R17 | 26.3″ (-1.5%) | 17 x 10.0-11.5 |
295/45R17 | 27.5″ (3.0%) | 17 x n/a |
335/35R17 | 26.2″ (-1.9%) | 17 x 11.0-13.0 |