What does 255/30R24 mean?
255/30R24 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 255 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.
- 30 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
255/30R24 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30 in | 762.6 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3 in | 76.5 mm |
Circumference | 94.3 in | 2395.8 mm |
Revolutions | 671.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/30R24 Tire
How tall is a 255/30R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/30R24 tire is 30 inches
How wide is a 255/30R24 tire?
The width of a 255/30R24 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/30R24 tire?
A 255/30R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 30 in a 255/30R24 tire mean?
The 30 in a 255/30R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 30% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/30R24
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 255/30R24:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
245/30R24 | 29.8″ (-0.7%) | 24 x n/a |
265/25R24 | 29.2″ (-2.7%) | 24 x n/a |
275/25R24 | 29.4″ (-2.0%) | 24 x 9.5-10.0 |
275/30R24 | 30.5″ (1.7%) | 24 x 9.0-10.0 |
285/30R24 | 30.7″ (2.3%) | 24 x 9.5-10.5 |