What does 245/65R15 mean?
245/65R15 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.
- 65 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.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
245/65R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27.5 in | 699.5 mm |
Section Width | 9.6 in | 245 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.3 in | 159.3 mm |
Circumference | 86.5 in | 2197.5 mm |
Revolutions | 732.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 245/65R15 Tire
How tall is a 245/65R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 245/65R15 tire is 27.5 inches
How wide is a 245/65R15 tire?
The width of a 245/65R15 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 245/65R15 tire?
A 245/65R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 245/65R15 tire mean?
The 65 in a 245/65R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/65R15
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 245/65R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
265/60R15 | 27.5″ (Equal) | 15 x n/a |
185/80R15 | 26.7″ (-2.9%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/80R15 | 27.3″ (-0.7%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/75R15 | 27.1″ (-1.5%) | 15 x 5.0-7.0 |
215/70R15 | 26.9″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/75R15 | 27.7″ (0.7%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/70R15 | 27.4″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/75R15 | 28.3″ (2.9%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/65R15 | 27.0″ (-1.8%) | 15 x 6.5-n/a |
235/70R15 | 28.0″ (1.8%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
255/60R15 | 27.0″ (-1.8%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/65R15 | 28.1″ (2.2%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/55R15 | 26.9″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R15 | 28.0″ (1.8%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |
295/55R15 | 27.8″ (1.1%) | 15 x 8.0-10.5 |
305/50R15 | 27.0″ (-1.8%) | 15 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/50R15 | 27.8″ (1.1%) | 15 x 9.0-11.0 |