235/70R15 in Inches

A 235/70R15 tire has a 28-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28x9.3R15.

235/70R15 Tire Size
9.3"
28"
235/70R15 Tire Size in Inches
235/70R15 Tire Circumference
87.8"
15"
6.5"
721.5 revs/mile

235/70R15 Tire Overview

Height
28 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
87.8 inches
Sidewall Height
6.5 inches
Revolutions
721.5 per mile
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What does 235/70R15 mean?

235/70R15 tire size meaning in inches

235/70R15 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.
  • 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.
  • 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

235/70R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28 in710 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height6.5 in164.5 mm
Circumference87.8 in2230.5 mm
Revolutions721.5 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/70R15 Tire

How tall is a 235/70R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/70R15 tire is 28 inches

How wide is a 235/70R15 tire?

The width of a 235/70R15 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/70R15 tire?

A 235/70R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 235/70R15 tire mean?

The 70 in a 235/70R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/70R15

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 235/70R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
275/60R1528.0″ (Equal)15 x 7.5-9.5
195/80R1527.3″ (-2.5%)15 x 5.0-6.5
215/75R1527.7″ (-1.1%)15 x 5.5-7.0
215/80R1528.5″ (1.8%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1527.4″ (-2.1%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1528.3″ (1.1%)15 x 6.0-7.5
245/65R1527.5″ (-1.8%)15 x n/a
245/70R1528.5″ (1.8%)15 x 6.5-8.0
255/65R1528.1″ (0.4%)15 x 7.0-9.0
265/60R1527.5″ (-1.8%)15 x n/a
295/55R1527.8″ (-0.7%)15 x 8.0-10.5
325/50R1527.8″ (-0.7%)15 x 9.0-11.0