235/80R17 in Inches

A 235/80R17 tire has a 31.8-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 31.8x9.3R17.

235/80R17 Tire Size
9.3"
31.8"
235/80R17 Tire Size in Inches
235/80R17 Tire Circumference
99.9"
17"
7.4"
634.2 revs/mile

235/80R17 Tire Overview

Height
31.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
99.9 inches
Sidewall Height
7.4 inches
Revolutions
634.2 per mile
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What does 235/80R17 mean?

235/80R17 tire size meaning in inches

235/80R17 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.
  • 80 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.

235/80R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter31.8 in807.8 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height7.4 in188 mm
Circumference99.9 in2537.8 mm
Revolutions634.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/80R17 Tire

How tall is a 235/80R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/80R17 tire is 31.8 inches

How wide is a 235/80R17 tire?

The width of a 235/80R17 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/80R17 tire?

A 235/80R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 80 in a 235/80R17 tire mean?

The 80 in a 235/80R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 80% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/80R17

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 235/80R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/75R1730.9″ (-2.8%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/85R1732.7″ (2.8%)17 x 6.0-8.0
245/75R1731.5″ (-0.9%)17 x 6.5-8.0
255/70R1731.1″ (-2.2%)17 x 6.5-8.5
255/75R1732.1″ (0.9%)17 x 6.5-8.5
265/70R1731.6″ (-0.6%)17 x 7.0-9.0
275/65R1731.1″ (-2.2%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/70R1732.2″ (1.3%)17 x 7.0-8.5
285/65R1731.6″ (-0.6%)17 x 8.0-10.0
285/70R1732.7″ (2.8%)17 x 7.5-9.0
305/60R1731.4″ (-1.3%)17 x n/a
305/65R1732.6″ (2.5%)17 x 8.5-11.0
345/55R1731.9″ (0.3%)17 x n/a