What does 245/50R14 mean?
245/50R14 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.
- 50 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.
- 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
245/50R14 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.6 in | 600.6 mm |
Section Width | 9.6 in | 245 mm |
Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.8 in | 122.5 mm |
Circumference | 74.3 in | 1886.8 mm |
Revolutions | 852.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 245/50R14 Tire
How tall is a 245/50R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 245/50R14 tire is 23.6 inches
How wide is a 245/50R14 tire?
The width of a 245/50R14 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 245/50R14 tire?
A 245/50R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 245/50R14 tire mean?
The 50 in a 245/50R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/50R14
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 245/50R14:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
135/90R14 | 23.6″ (Equal) | 14 x n/a |
175/70R14 | 23.6″ (Equal) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
145/80R14 | 23.1″ (-2.1%) | 14 x 3.5-5.0 |
155/80R14 | 23.8″ (0.8%) | 14 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/70R14 | 23.1″ (-2.1%) | 14 x 4.0-5.5 |
175/65R14 | 23.0″ (-2.5%) | 14 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/75R14 | 24.3″ (3.0%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/65R14 | 23.5″ (-0.4%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/70R14 | 24.2″ (2.5%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/60R14 | 23.2″ (-1.7%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/65R14 | 24.0″ (1.7%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/55R14 | 22.9″ (-3.0%) | 14 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/60R14 | 23.7″ (0.4%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/60R14 | 24.2″ (2.5%) | 14 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/50R14 | 22.9″ (-3.0%) | 14 x 6.5-7.0 |
225/55R14 | 23.7″ (0.4%) | 14 x 6.0-8.0 |