What does 225/40R17 mean?
225/40R17 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.
- 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.
- 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
225/40R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.1 in | 611.8 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.5 in | 90 mm |
Circumference | 75.7 in | 1922 mm |
Revolutions | 837.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/40R17 Tire
How tall is a 225/40R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/40R17 tire is 24.1 inches
How wide is a 225/40R17 tire?
The width of a 225/40R17 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/40R17 tire?
A 225/40R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 225/40R17 tire mean?
The 40 in a 225/40R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/40R17
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 225/40R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/70R17 | 23.9″ (-0.8%) | 17 x n/a |
135/70R17 | 24.4″ (1.2%) | 17 x n/a |
175/55R17 | 24.6″ (2.1%) | 17 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/50R17 | 24.3″ (0.8%) | 17 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/45R17 | 23.9″ (-0.8%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
195/50R17 | 24.7″ (2.5%) | 17 x n/a |
205/40R17 | 23.5″ (-2.5%) | 17 x 7.0-8.0 |
205/45R17 | 24.3″ (0.8%) | 17 x 6.5-7.5 |
215/40R17 | 23.8″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
215/45R17 | 24.6″ (2.1%) | 17 x 7.0-8.0 |
235/40R17 | 24.4″ (1.2%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/35R17 | 23.8″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/40R17 | 24.7″ (2.5%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
265/35R17 | 24.3″ (0.8%) | 17 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/35R17 | 24.6″ (2.1%) | 17 x 9.0-11.0 |