What does 215/85R15 mean?
215/85R15 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.
- 85 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.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
215/85R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 29.4 in | 746.5 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.2 in | 182.8 mm |
Circumference | 92.3 in | 2345.2 mm |
Revolutions | 686.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/85R15 Tire
How tall is a 215/85R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/85R15 tire is 29.4 inches
How wide is a 215/85R15 tire?
The width of a 215/85R15 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/85R15 tire?
A 215/85R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 85 in a 215/85R15 tire mean?
The 85 in a 215/85R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 85% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/85R15
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 215/85R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
205/90R15 | 29.5″ (0.3%) | 15 x n/a |
225/80R15 | 29.2″ (-0.7%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/75R15 | 28.9″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/80R15 | 29.8″ (1.4%) | 15 x n/a |
245/75R15 | 29.5″ (0.3%) | 15 x n/a |
255/70R15 | 29.1″ (-1.0%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/75R15 | 30.1″ (2.4%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
265/70R15 | 29.6″ (0.7%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/70R15 | 30.2″ (2.7%) | 15 x n/a |
295/60R15 | 28.9″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
295/65R15 | 30.1″ (2.4%) | 15 x 8.0-10.5 |
315/60R15 | 29.9″ (1.7%) | 15 x 8.5-11.0 |
345/55R15 | 29.9″ (1.7%) | 15 x 10.5-12.5 |