What does 215/30R20 mean?
215/30R20 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 215 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.
- 30 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
215/30R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 25.1 in | 637 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 2.5 in | 64.5 mm |
Circumference | 78.8 in | 2001.2 mm |
Revolutions | 804.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/30R20 Tire
How tall is a 215/30R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/30R20 tire is 25.1 inches
How wide is a 215/30R20 tire?
The width of a 215/30R20 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/30R20 tire?
A 215/30R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 30 in a 215/30R20 tire mean?
The 30 in a 215/30R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 30% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/30R20
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 215/30R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/30R20 | 25.3″ (0.8%) | 20 x 8 |
235/30R20 | 25.6″ (2.0%) | 20 x 8.5 |
245/30R20 | 25.8″ (2.8%) | 20 x 8.0-9.0 |
275/25R20 | 25.4″ (1.2%) | 20 x 10 |
285/25R20 | 25.6″ (2.0%) | 20 x 10.5 |
295/25R20 | 25.8″ (2.8%) | 20 x 10.0-11.0 |