225/60R15 in Inches

A 225/60R15 tire has a 25.6-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25.6x8.9R15.

225/60R15 Tire Size
8.9"
25.6"
225/60R15 Tire Size in Inches
225/60R15 Tire Circumference
80.5"
15"
5.3"
786.9 revs/mile

225/60R15 Tire Overview

Height
25.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
80.5 inches
Sidewall Height
5.3 inches
Revolutions
786.9 per mile
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What does 225/60R15 mean?

225/60R15 tire size meaning in inches

225/60R15 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.
  • 60 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.

225/60R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25.6 in651 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height5.3 in135 mm
Circumference80.5 in2045.2 mm
Revolutions786.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/60R15 Tire

How tall is a 225/60R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/60R15 tire is 25.6 inches

How wide is a 225/60R15 tire?

The width of a 225/60R15 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/60R15 tire?

A 225/60R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 225/60R15 tire mean?

The 60 in a 225/60R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/60R15

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 225/60R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
165/80R1525.4″ (-0.8%)15 x 4.0-5.5
175/75R1525.3″ (-1.2%)15 x 4.5-6.0
185/70R1525.2″ (-1.6%)15 x 4.5-6.0
195/65R1525.0″ (-2.3%)15 x 5.5-7.0
195/70R1525.7″ (0.4%)15 x 5.0-6.5
205/65R1525.5″ (-0.4%)15 x 5.5-7.5
205/70R1526.3″ (2.7%)15 x 5.0-7.0
215/60R1525.2″ (-1.6%)15 x 6.0-7.5
215/65R1526.0″ (1.6%)15 x 6.0-7.5
235/55R1525.2″ (-1.6%)15 x 6.5-8.5
235/60R1526.1″ (2.0%)15 x 6.5-8.5
255/55R1526.0″ (1.6%)15 x 7.0-9.0
265/50R1525.4″ (-0.8%)15 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1525.8″ (0.8%)15 x 7.5-9.5
285/50R1526.2″ (2.3%)15 x 8.0-10.0