What does 245/40R17 mean?
245/40R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 245 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.
- 40 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.
245/40R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.7 in | 627.8 mm |
Section Width | 9.6 in | 245 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.9 in | 98 mm |
Circumference | 77.6 in | 1972.3 mm |
Revolutions | 816 revs/mile |
FAQ About 245/40R17 Tire
How tall is a 245/40R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 245/40R17 tire is 24.7 inches
How wide is a 245/40R17 tire?
The width of a 245/40R17 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 245/40R17 tire?
A 245/40R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 245/40R17 tire mean?
The 40 in a 245/40R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/40R17
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 245/40R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
195/50R17 | 24.7″ (Equal) | 17 x n/a |
125/80R17 | 24.9″ (0.8%) | 17 x 3.0-4.0 |
135/70R17 | 24.4″ (-1.2%) | 17 x n/a |
145/70R17 | 25.0″ (1.2%) | 17 x n/a |
175/55R17 | 24.6″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/50R17 | 24.3″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/55R17 | 25.4″ (2.8%) | 17 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/45R17 | 24.3″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 6.5-7.5 |
205/50R17 | 25.1″ (1.6%) | 17 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/45R17 | 24.6″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 7.0-8.0 |
225/40R17 | 24.1″ (-2.4%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
225/45R17 | 25.0″ (1.2%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
235/40R17 | 24.4″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
235/45R17 | 25.3″ (2.4%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
255/40R17 | 25.0″ (1.2%) | 17 x 8.5-10.0 |
265/35R17 | 24.3″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 9.0-10.5 |
265/40R17 | 25.3″ (2.4%) | 17 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/35R17 | 24.6″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/35R17 | 24.9″ (0.8%) | 17 x n/a |
295/35R17 | 25.1″ (1.6%) | 17 x n/a |
305/35R17 | 25.4″ (2.8%) | 17 x n/a |