What does 225/75R14 mean?
225/75R14 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.
- 75 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.
225/75R14 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27.3 in | 693.1 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.6 in | 168.8 mm |
Circumference | 85.7 in | 2177.4 mm |
Revolutions | 739.1 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/75R14 Tire
How tall is a 225/75R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/75R14 tire is 27.3 inches
How wide is a 225/75R14 tire?
The width of a 225/75R14 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/75R14 tire?
A 225/75R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 75 in a 225/75R14 tire mean?
The 75 in a 225/75R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 75% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/75R14
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 225/75R14:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
215/75R14 | 26.7″ (-2.2%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
235/70R14 | 27.0″ (-1.1%) | 14 x n/a |
245/70R14 | 27.5″ (0.7%) | 14 x n/a |
265/60R14 | 26.5″ (-2.9%) | 14 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R14 | 27.0″ (-1.1%) | 14 x 7.5-9.5 |