What does 255/35R20 mean?
255/35R20 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.
- 35 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
255/35R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 27 in | 686.5 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.5 in | 89.3 mm |
Circumference | 84.9 in | 2156.7 mm |
Revolutions | 746.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/35R20 Tire
How tall is a 255/35R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/35R20 tire is 27 inches
How wide is a 255/35R20 tire?
The width of a 255/35R20 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/35R20 tire?
A 255/35R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 35 in a 255/35R20 tire mean?
The 35 in a 255/35R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 35% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/35R20
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 255/35R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
295/30R20 | 27.0″ (Equal) | 20 x 10.0-11.0 |
145/60R20 | 26.9″ (-0.4%) | 20 x n/a |
145/65R20 | 27.4″ (1.5%) | 20 x n/a |
155/60R20 | 27.3″ (1.1%) | 20 x 4.5-5.5 |
165/60R20 | 27.8″ (3.0%) | 20 x n/a |
175/55R20 | 27.6″ (2.2%) | 20 x 5.0-6.0 |
195/50R20 | 27.7″ (2.6%) | 20 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/45R20 | 27.6″ (2.2%) | 20 x 7.0-8.0 |
225/35R20 | 26.2″ (-3.0%) | 20 x 7.5-9.0 |
225/40R20 | 27.1″ (0.4%) | 20 x 7.5-9.0 |
235/35R20 | 26.5″ (-1.9%) | 20 x 8.0-9.5 |
235/40R20 | 27.4″ (1.5%) | 20 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/35R20 | 26.8″ (-0.7%) | 20 x 8.0-9.5 |
245/40R20 | 27.7″ (2.6%) | 20 x 8.0-9.5 |
265/30R20 | 26.3″ (-2.6%) | 20 x 9.0-10.0 |
265/35R20 | 27.3″ (1.1%) | 20 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/30R20 | 26.5″ (-1.9%) | 20 x 9.0-10.0 |
275/35R20 | 27.6″ (2.2%) | 20 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/30R20 | 26.7″ (-1.1%) | 20 x 9.5-10.5 |
305/30R20 | 27.2″ (0.7%) | 20 x 10.5-11.5 |
315/25R20 | 26.2″ (-3.0%) | 20 x 11.0-12.0 |
315/30R20 | 27.4″ (1.5%) | 20 x 10.5-11.5 |
325/25R20 | 26.4″ (-2.2%) | 20 x 11.5-12.5 |
325/30R20 | 27.7″ (2.6%) | 20 x 11.0-12.0 |
335/25R20 | 26.6″ (-1.5%) | 20 x 11.5-12.5 |
345/25R20 | 26.8″ (-0.7%) | 20 x 12.0-13.0 |