What does 215/65R14 mean?
215/65R14 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.
- 65 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.
- 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
215/65R14 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 25 in | 635.1 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.5 in | 139.8 mm |
Circumference | 78.6 in | 1995.2 mm |
Revolutions | 806.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/65R14 Tire
How tall is a 215/65R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/65R14 tire is 25 inches
How wide is a 215/65R14 tire?
The width of a 215/65R14 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/65R14 tire?
A 215/65R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 215/65R14 tire mean?
The 65 in a 215/65R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/65R14
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 215/65R14:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/80R14 | 25.0″ (Equal) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
255/55R14 | 25.0″ (Equal) | 14 x 7.0-9.0 |
165/80R14 | 24.4″ (-2.4%) | 14 x 4.0-5.5 |
175/75R14 | 24.3″ (-2.8%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/75R14 | 24.9″ (-0.4%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/80R14 | 25.7″ (2.8%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/70R14 | 24.7″ (-1.2%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/75R14 | 25.5″ (2.0%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/65R14 | 24.5″ (-2.0%) | 14 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/70R14 | 25.3″ (1.2%) | 14 x 5.0-7.0 |
225/60R14 | 24.6″ (-1.6%) | 14 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/60R14 | 25.1″ (0.4%) | 14 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/60R14 | 25.6″ (2.4%) | 14 x 7.0-8.5 |
265/50R14 | 24.4″ (-2.4%) | 14 x 7.0-10.0 |