What does 235/60R20 mean?
235/60R20 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.
- 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
235/60R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.1 in | 790 mm |
Section Width | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.6 in | 141 mm |
Circumference | 97.7 in | 2481.9 mm |
Revolutions | 648.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 235/60R20 Tire
How tall is a 235/60R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 235/60R20 tire is 31.1 inches
How wide is a 235/60R20 tire?
The width of a 235/60R20 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 235/60R20 tire?
A 235/60R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 235/60R20 tire mean?
The 60 in a 235/60R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/60R20
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 235/60R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/55R20 | 30.2″ (-2.9%) | 20 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/60R20 | 31.6″ (1.6%) | 20 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/55R20 | 31.0″ (-0.3%) | 20 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/60R20 | 32.0″ (2.9%) | 20 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/50R20 | 30.4″ (-2.3%) | 20 x 7.5-9.5 |
265/55R20 | 31.5″ (1.3%) | 20 x n/a |
275/50R20 | 30.8″ (-1.0%) | 20 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/55R20 | 31.9″ (2.6%) | 20 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/50R20 | 31.2″ (0.3%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/45R20 | 30.5″ (-1.9%) | 20 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/50R20 | 31.6″ (1.6%) | 20 x 8.0-10.5 |
305/45R20 | 30.8″ (-1.0%) | 20 x 9.5-11.5 |
305/50R20 | 32.0″ (2.9%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |