225/55R14 in Inches

A 225/55R14 tire has a 23.7-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 14-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 23.7x8.9R14.

225/55R14 Tire Size
8.9"
23.7"
225/55R14 Tire Size in Inches
225/55R14 Tire Circumference
74.6"
14"
4.9"
849.4 revs/mile

225/55R14 Tire Overview

Height
23.7 inches
Wheel Diameter
14 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
74.6 inches
Sidewall Height
4.9 inches
Revolutions
849.4 per mile
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What does 225/55R14 mean?

225/55R14 tire size meaning in inches

225/55R14 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.
  • 55 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.

225/55R14 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter23.7 in603.1 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height14 in355 mm
Sidewall Height4.9 in123.8 mm
Circumference74.6 in1894.7 mm
Revolutions849.4 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/55R14 Tire

How tall is a 225/55R14 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/55R14 tire is 23.7 inches

How wide is a 225/55R14 tire?

The width of a 225/55R14 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/55R14 tire?

A 225/55R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 225/55R14 tire mean?

The 55 in a 225/55R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/55R14

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 225/55R14:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
205/60R1423.7″ (Equal)14 x 5.5-7.0
135/90R1423.6″ (-0.4%)14 x n/a
145/80R1423.1″ (-2.5%)14 x 3.5-5.0
155/80R1423.8″ (0.4%)14 x 4.0-5.0
165/70R1423.1″ (-2.5%)14 x 4.0-5.5
165/80R1424.4″ (3.0%)14 x 4.0-5.5
175/65R1423.0″ (-3.0%)14 x 5.0-6.0
175/70R1423.6″ (-0.4%)14 x 4.5-6.0
175/75R1424.3″ (2.5%)14 x 4.5-6.0
185/65R1423.5″ (-0.8%)14 x 5.0-6.5
185/70R1424.2″ (2.1%)14 x 4.5-6.0
195/60R1423.2″ (-2.1%)14 x 5.5-7.0
195/65R1424.0″ (1.3%)14 x 5.5-7.0
215/60R1424.2″ (2.1%)14 x 6.0-7.5
245/50R1423.6″ (-0.4%)14 x 6.5-9.5
265/50R1424.4″ (3.0%)14 x 7.0-10.0