What does 215/35R18 mean?
215/35R18 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.
- 35 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.
215/35R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.9 in | 607.7 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3 in | 75.3 mm |
Circumference | 75.2 in | 1909.1 mm |
Revolutions | 843 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/35R18 Tire
How tall is a 215/35R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/35R18 tire is 23.9 inches
How wide is a 215/35R18 tire?
The width of a 215/35R18 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/35R18 tire?
A 215/35R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 35 in a 215/35R18 tire mean?
The 35 in a 215/35R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 35% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/35R18
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 215/35R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/60R18 | 23.9″ (Equal) | 18 x n/a |
135/60R18 | 24.4″ (2.1%) | 18 x n/a |
165/40R18 | 23.2″ (-2.9%) | 18 x n/a |
175/45R18 | 24.2″ (1.3%) | 18 x n/a |
195/35R18 | 23.4″ (-2.1%) | 18 x n/a |
205/35R18 | 23.6″ (-1.3%) | 18 x 7.0-8.0 |
205/40R18 | 24.5″ (2.5%) | 18 x 7.0-8.0 |
225/30R18 | 23.3″ (-2.5%) | 18 x 8 |
225/35R18 | 24.2″ (1.3%) | 18 x 7.5-9.0 |
235/30R18 | 23.6″ (-1.3%) | 18 x n/a |
235/35R18 | 24.5″ (2.5%) | 18 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/30R18 | 23.8″ (-0.4%) | 18 x 8.0-9.0 |
255/30R18 | 24.0″ (0.4%) | 18 x 8.5-9.5 |
265/30R18 | 24.3″ (1.7%) | 18 x 9.0-10.0 |