What does 235/70R17 mean?
235/70R17 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.
- 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
235/70R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30 in | 760.8 mm |
Section Width | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.5 in | 164.5 mm |
Circumference | 94.1 in | 2390.1 mm |
Revolutions | 673.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 235/70R17 Tire
How tall is a 235/70R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 235/70R17 tire is 30 inches
How wide is a 235/70R17 tire?
The width of a 235/70R17 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 235/70R17 tire?
A 235/70R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 235/70R17 tire mean?
The 70 in a 235/70R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/70R17
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 235/70R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/60R17 | 30.0″ (Equal) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
175/90R17 | 29.4″ (-2.0%) | 17 x n/a |
225/70R17 | 29.4″ (-2.0%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/75R17 | 30.3″ (1.0%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/75R17 | 30.9″ (3.0%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/65R17 | 29.5″ (-1.7%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/70R17 | 30.5″ (1.7%) | 17 x 6.5-8.0 |
255/65R17 | 30.1″ (0.3%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
265/60R17 | 29.5″ (-1.7%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
265/65R17 | 30.6″ (2.0%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/60R17 | 30.5″ (1.7%) | 17 x 8.0-10.0 |