What does 245/40R21 mean?
245/40R21 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.
- 21 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
245/40R21 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 28.7 in | 729.4 mm |
Section Width | 9.6 in | 245 mm |
Rim Height | 21 in | 533 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.9 in | 98 mm |
Circumference | 90.2 in | 2291.5 mm |
Revolutions | 702.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 245/40R21 Tire
How tall is a 245/40R21 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 245/40R21 tire is 28.7 inches
How wide is a 245/40R21 tire?
The width of a 245/40R21 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 245/40R21 tire?
A 245/40R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 245/40R21 tire mean?
The 40 in a 245/40R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/40R21
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 245/40R21:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
325/30R21 | 28.7″ (Equal) | 21 x 11.0-12.0 |
235/45R21 | 29.3″ (2.1%) | 21 x 7.5-9.0 |
255/35R21 | 28.0″ (-2.4%) | 21 x 8.5-10.0 |
255/40R21 | 29.0″ (1.0%) | 21 x 8.5-10.0 |
265/35R21 | 28.3″ (-1.4%) | 21 x 9.0-10.5 |
265/40R21 | 29.3″ (2.1%) | 21 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/35R21 | 28.6″ (-0.3%) | 21 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/35R21 | 28.9″ (0.7%) | 21 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/30R21 | 28.0″ (-2.4%) | 21 x 10.0-11.0 |
295/35R21 | 29.1″ (1.4%) | 21 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/30R21 | 28.2″ (-1.7%) | 21 x 10.5-11.5 |
305/35R21 | 29.4″ (2.4%) | 21 x 10.0-12.0 |
315/30R21 | 28.4″ (-1.0%) | 21 x 10.5-11.5 |
355/25R21 | 28.0″ (-2.4%) | 21 x 12.5-13.5 |