What does 225/75R18 mean?
225/75R18 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.
- 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
225/75R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.3 in | 794.7 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.6 in | 168.8 mm |
Circumference | 98.3 in | 2496.6 mm |
Revolutions | 644.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/75R18 Tire
How tall is a 225/75R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/75R18 tire is 31.3 inches
How wide is a 225/75R18 tire?
The width of a 225/75R18 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/75R18 tire?
A 225/75R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 75 in a 225/75R18 tire mean?
The 75 in a 225/75R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 75% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/75R18
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 225/75R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/90R18 | 30.4″ (-2.9%) | 18 x n/a |
235/70R18 | 31.0″ (-1.0%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/75R18 | 31.9″ (1.9%) | 18 x n/a |
245/65R18 | 30.5″ (-2.6%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/70R18 | 31.5″ (0.6%) | 18 x n/a |
255/65R18 | 31.1″ (-0.6%) | 18 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/70R18 | 32.1″ (2.6%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
265/60R18 | 30.5″ (-2.6%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
265/65R18 | 31.6″ (1.0%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R18 | 31.0″ (-1.0%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/65R18 | 32.1″ (2.6%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/60R18 | 31.5″ (0.6%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |