What does 235/85R17 mean?
235/85R17 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.
- 85 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.
235/85R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 32.7 in | 831.3 mm |
Section Width | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.9 in | 199.8 mm |
Circumference | 102.8 in | 2611.6 mm |
Revolutions | 616.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 235/85R17 Tire
How tall is a 235/85R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 235/85R17 tire is 32.7 inches
How wide is a 235/85R17 tire?
The width of a 235/85R17 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 235/85R17 tire?
A 235/85R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 85 in a 235/85R17 tire mean?
The 85 in a 235/85R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 85% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/85R17
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 235/85R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
285/70R17 | 32.7″ (Equal) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
235/80R17 | 31.8″ (-2.8%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
255/75R17 | 32.1″ (-1.8%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/80R17 | 33.1″ (1.2%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
275/70R17 | 32.2″ (-1.5%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
295/70R17 | 33.3″ (1.8%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
305/65R17 | 32.6″ (-0.3%) | 17 x 8.5-11.0 |
345/55R17 | 31.9″ (-2.4%) | 17 x n/a |