What does 225/30R22 mean?
225/30R22 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 225 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.
- 22 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
225/30R22 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27.3 in | 693.8 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 22 in | 558 mm |
Sidewall Height | 2.7 in | 67.5 mm |
Circumference | 85.8 in | 2179.6 mm |
Revolutions | 738.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/30R22 Tire
How tall is a 225/30R22 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/30R22 tire is 27.3 inches
How wide is a 225/30R22 tire?
The width of a 225/30R22 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/30R22 tire?
A 225/30R22 tire fits on a rim that is 22 inches in diameter.
What does the 30 in a 225/30R22 tire mean?
The 30 in a 225/30R22 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 30% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/30R22
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 225/30R22:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/30R22 | 27.6″ (1.1%) | 22 x 8.5 |
245/30R22 | 27.8″ (1.8%) | 22 x 8.0-9.0 |
255/30R22 | 28.0″ (2.6%) | 22 x 8.5-9.5 |
265/25R22 | 27.2″ (-0.4%) | 22 x n/a |
275/25R22 | 27.4″ (0.4%) | 22 x 10 |
285/25R22 | 27.6″ (1.1%) | 22 x 10.5 |
295/25R22 | 27.8″ (1.8%) | 22 x 10.0-11.0 |
305/25R22 | 28.0″ (2.6%) | 22 x 10.5-11.5 |