225/55R17 in Inches

A 225/55R17 tire has a 26.7-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 26.7x8.9R17.

225/55R17 Tire Size
8.9"
26.7"
225/55R17 Tire Size in Inches
225/55R17 Tire Circumference
84"
17"
4.9"
754.1 revs/mile

225/55R17 Tire Overview

Height
26.7 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
84 inches
Sidewall Height
4.9 inches
Revolutions
754.1 per mile
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What does 225/55R17 mean?

225/55R17 tire size meaning in inches

225/55R17 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

225/55R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter26.7 in679.3 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height4.9 in123.8 mm
Circumference84 in2134.1 mm
Revolutions754.1 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/55R17 Tire

How tall is a 225/55R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/55R17 tire is 26.7 inches

How wide is a 225/55R17 tire?

The width of a 225/55R17 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/55R17 tire?

A 225/55R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 225/55R17 tire mean?

The 55 in a 225/55R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/55R17

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 225/55R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
205/60R1726.7″ (Equal)17 x 5.5-7.5
135/90R1726.6″ (-0.4%)17 x n/a
145/80R1726.1″ (-2.2%)17 x n/a
145/90R1727.3″ (2.2%)17 x n/a
155/80R1726.8″ (0.4%)17 x n/a
165/70R1726.1″ (-2.2%)17 x n/a
165/80R1727.4″ (2.6%)17 x n/a
205/55R1725.9″ (-3.0%)17 x 5.5-7.5
205/65R1727.5″ (3.0%)17 x 5.5-7.5
215/55R1726.3″ (-1.5%)17 x 6.0-7.5
215/60R1727.2″ (1.9%)17 x 6.0-7.5
225/50R1725.9″ (-3.0%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/50R1726.3″ (-1.5%)17 x 6.5-8.5
235/55R1727.2″ (1.9%)17 x 6.5-8.5
245/50R1726.6″ (-0.4%)17 x 7.0-8.5
255/45R1726.0″ (-2.6%)17 x 8.0-9.5
255/50R1727.0″ (1.1%)17 x 7.0-9.0
285/40R1726.0″ (-2.6%)17 x 9.5-11.0
295/40R1726.3″ (-1.5%)17 x 10.0-11.5
295/45R1727.5″ (3.0%)17 x n/a
335/35R1726.2″ (-1.9%)17 x 11.0-13.0