235/45R20 in Inches

A 235/45R20 tire has a 28.3-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 20-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.3x9.3R20.

235/45R20 Tire Size
9.3"
28.3"
235/45R20 Tire Size in Inches
235/45R20 Tire Circumference
89"
20"
4.2"
712 revs/mile

235/45R20 Tire Overview

Height
28.3 inches
Wheel Diameter
20 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
89 inches
Sidewall Height
4.2 inches
Revolutions
712 per mile
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What does 235/45R20 mean?

235/45R20 tire size meaning in inches

235/45R20 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 235 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.
  • 45 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.
  • 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

235/45R20 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.3 in719.5 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height20 in508 mm
Sidewall Height4.2 in105.8 mm
Circumference89 in2260.4 mm
Revolutions712 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/45R20 Tire

How tall is a 235/45R20 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/45R20 tire is 28.3 inches

How wide is a 235/45R20 tire?

The width of a 235/45R20 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/45R20 tire?

A 235/45R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.

What does the 45 in a 235/45R20 tire mean?

The 45 in a 235/45R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/45R20

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 235/45R20:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
265/40R2028.3″ (Equal)20 x 9.0-10.5
145/80R2029.1″ (2.8%)20 x n/a
155/65R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20 x n/a
165/60R2027.8″ (-1.8%)20 x n/a
175/55R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20 x 5.0-6.0
195/50R2027.7″ (-2.1%)20 x 5.5-7.0
215/45R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20 x 7.0-8.0
225/45R2028.0″ (-1.1%)20 x 8.0-9.5
245/40R2027.7″ (-2.1%)20 x 8.0-9.5
245/45R2028.7″ (1.4%)20 x 7.5-9.0
255/40R2028.0″ (-1.1%)20 x 8.5-10.0
255/45R2029.0″ (2.5%)20 x 8.0-9.5
275/35R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20 x 9.0-11.0
275/40R2028.7″ (1.4%)20 x 9.0-11.0
285/35R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20 x 9.5-11.0
285/40R2029.0″ (2.5%)20 x 9.5-11.0
295/35R2028.1″ (-0.7%)20 x 10.0-11.5
305/35R2028.4″ (0.4%)20 x 10.0-12.0
315/35R2028.7″ (1.4%)20 x 10.5-12.5
325/30R2027.7″ (-2.1%)20 x 11.0-12.0
325/35R2029.0″ (2.5%)20 x 11.0-13.0
335/30R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20 x 11.5-12.5
345/30R2028.1″ (-0.7%)20 x 12.0-13.0