What does 215/40R19 mean?
215/40R19 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.
- 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.
- 19 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
215/40R19 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 25.8 in | 654.6 mm |
| Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
| Rim Height | 19 in | 482 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 3.4 in | 86 mm |
| Circumference | 81 in | 2056.5 mm |
| Revolutions | 782.6 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 215/40R19 Tire
How tall is a 215/40R19 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/40R19 tire is 25.8 inches
How wide is a 215/40R19 tire?
The width of a 215/40R19 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/40R19 tire?
A 215/40R19 tire fits on a rim that is 19 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 215/40R19 tire mean?
The 40 in a 215/40R19 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/40R19
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 215/40R19:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 245/35R19 | 25.8″ (Equal) | 19 x 8.0-9.5 |
| 115/70R19 | 25.3″ (-1.9%) | 19 x n/a |
| 125/70R19 | 25.9″ (0.4%) | 19 x n/a |
| 135/60R19 | 25.4″ (-1.6%) | 19 x n/a |
| 135/70R19 | 26.4″ (2.3%) | 19 x n/a |
| 225/35R19 | 25.2″ (-2.3%) | 19 x 7.5-9.0 |
| 225/40R19 | 26.1″ (1.2%) | 19 x 7.5-9.0 |
| 235/35R19 | 25.5″ (-1.2%) | 19 x 8.0-9.5 |
| 235/40R19 | 26.4″ (2.3%) | 19 x 8.0-9.5 |
| 255/35R19 | 26.0″ (0.8%) | 19 x 8.5-10.0 |
| 265/30R19 | 25.3″ (-1.9%) | 19 x 9.0-10.0 |
| 265/35R19 | 26.3″ (1.9%) | 19 x 9.0-10.5 |
| 275/30R19 | 25.5″ (-1.2%) | 19 x 9.0-10.0 |
| 285/30R19 | 25.7″ (-0.4%) | 19 x 9.5-10.5 |
| 295/30R19 | 26.0″ (0.8%) | 19 x 10.0-11.0 |
| 305/30R19 | 26.2″ (1.6%) | 19 x 10.5-11.5 |
| 315/25R19 | 25.2″ (-2.3%) | 19 x 11.0-12.0 |
| 315/30R19 | 26.4″ (2.3%) | 19 x 10.5-11.5 |
| 335/25R19 | 25.6″ (-0.8%) | 19 x 11.5-12.5 |
| 355/25R19 | 26.0″ (0.8%) | 19 x 12.5-13.5 |