245/70R15 in Inches

A 245/70R15 tire has a 28.5-inch diameter, a 9.6-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.5x9.6R15.

245/70R15 Tire Size
9.6"
28.5"
245/70R15 Tire Size in Inches
245/70R15 Tire Circumference
89.5"
15"
6.8"
707.6 revs/mile

245/70R15 Tire Overview

Height
28.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
9.6 inches
Circumference
89.5 inches
Sidewall Height
6.8 inches
Revolutions
707.6 per mile
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What does 245/70R15 mean?

245/70R15 tire size meaning in inches

245/70R15 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.
  • 70 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.

245/70R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.5 in724 mm
Section Width9.6 in245 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height6.8 in171.5 mm
Circumference89.5 in2274.5 mm
Revolutions707.6 revs/mile
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FAQ About 245/70R15 Tire

How tall is a 245/70R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 245/70R15 tire is 28.5 inches

How wide is a 245/70R15 tire?

The width of a 245/70R15 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 245/70R15 tire?

A 245/70R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 245/70R15 tire mean?

The 70 in a 245/70R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/70R15

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 245/70R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
215/80R1528.5″ (Equal)15 x 5.5-7.0
215/75R1527.7″ (-2.8%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/75R1528.3″ (-0.7%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/80R1529.2″ (2.5%)15 x 6.0-7.5
235/70R1528.0″ (-1.8%)15 x 6.0-8.0
235/75R1528.9″ (1.4%)15 x 6.0-8.0
255/65R1528.1″ (-1.4%)15 x 7.0-9.0
255/70R1529.1″ (2.1%)15 x 6.5-8.5
275/60R1528.0″ (-1.8%)15 x 7.5-9.5
295/55R1527.8″ (-2.5%)15 x 8.0-10.5
295/60R1528.9″ (1.4%)15 x 8.0-9.5
325/50R1527.8″ (-2.5%)15 x 9.0-11.0