What does 225/70R14 mean?
225/70R14 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.
- 70 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.
225/70R14 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26.4 in | 670.6 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.2 in | 157.5 mm |
Circumference | 82.9 in | 2106.8 mm |
Revolutions | 763.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/70R14 Tire
How tall is a 225/70R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/70R14 tire is 26.4 inches
How wide is a 225/70R14 tire?
The width of a 225/70R14 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/70R14 tire?
A 225/70R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 225/70R14 tire mean?
The 70 in a 225/70R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/70R14
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 225/70R14:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
185/80R14 | 25.7″ (-2.7%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/80R14 | 26.3″ (-0.4%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/75R14 | 26.1″ (-1.1%) | 14 x 5.0-7.0 |
215/70R14 | 25.9″ (-1.9%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/75R14 | 26.7″ (1.1%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
235/70R14 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 14 x n/a |
255/60R14 | 26.0″ (-1.5%) | 14 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/60R14 | 26.5″ (0.4%) | 14 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R14 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 14 x 7.5-9.5 |