What does 225/45R15 mean?
225/45R15 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.
- 45 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.
225/45R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23 in | 583.5 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4 in | 101.3 mm |
Circumference | 72.2 in | 1833.1 mm |
Revolutions | 877.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/45R15 Tire
How tall is a 225/45R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/45R15 tire is 23 inches
How wide is a 225/45R15 tire?
The width of a 225/45R15 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/45R15 tire?
A 225/45R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 225/45R15 tire mean?
The 45 in a 225/45R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/45R15
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 225/45R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
185/55R15 | 23.0″ (Equal) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
125/80R15 | 22.9″ (-0.4%) | 15 x n/a |
135/70R15 | 22.4″ (-2.6%) | 15 x n/a |
135/80R15 | 23.5″ (2.2%) | 15 x 3.5-4.5 |
145/65R15 | 22.4″ (-2.6%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
155/65R15 | 22.9″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 4.5-5.5 |
155/70R15 | 23.5″ (2.2%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/60R15 | 22.8″ (-0.9%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
165/65R15 | 23.4″ (1.7%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/55R15 | 22.6″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/60R15 | 23.3″ (1.3%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
195/50R15 | 22.7″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/55R15 | 23.4″ (1.7%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R15 | 23.1″ (0.4%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/45R15 | 22.6″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 7.0-8.0 |
215/50R15 | 23.5″ (2.2%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/45R15 | 23.3″ (1.3%) | 15 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/40R15 | 22.7″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
275/35R15 | 22.6″ (-1.7%) | 15 x 9.0-11.0 |
295/35R15 | 23.1″ (0.4%) | 15 x n/a |