What does 255/40R13 mean?
255/40R13 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.
- 40 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.
- 13 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
255/40R13 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 21 in | 534.2 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 13 in | 330 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4 in | 102 mm |
Circumference | 66.1 in | 1678.2 mm |
Revolutions | 958.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/40R13 Tire
How tall is a 255/40R13 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/40R13 tire is 21 inches
How wide is a 255/40R13 tire?
The width of a 255/40R13 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/40R13 tire?
A 255/40R13 tire fits on a rim that is 13 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 255/40R13 tire mean?
The 40 in a 255/40R13 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/40R13
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 255/40R13:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
145/70R13 | 21.0″ (Equal) | 13 x 3.5-5.0 |
185/55R13 | 21.0″ (Equal) | 13 x n/a |
225/45R13 | 21.0″ (Equal) | 13 x 7.0-8.5 |
125/80R13 | 20.9″ (-0.5%) | 13 x 3.0-4.0 |
135/70R13 | 20.4″ (-2.9%) | 13 x 3.5-4.5 |
135/80R13 | 21.5″ (2.4%) | 13 x 3.5-4.5 |
145/65R13 | 20.4″ (-2.9%) | 13 x n/a |
155/65R13 | 20.9″ (-0.5%) | 13 x 4.5-5.5 |
155/70R13 | 21.5″ (2.4%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/60R13 | 20.8″ (-1.0%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
165/65R13 | 21.4″ (1.9%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/55R13 | 20.6″ (-1.9%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/60R13 | 21.3″ (1.4%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
195/55R13 | 21.4″ (1.9%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R13 | 21.1″ (0.5%) | 13 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/50R13 | 21.5″ (2.4%) | 13 x 5.5-8.5 |