What does 255/50R21 mean?
255/50R21 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.
- 50 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.
- 21 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
255/50R21 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31 in | 788.4 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 21 in | 533 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5 in | 127.5 mm |
Circumference | 97.5 in | 2476.8 mm |
Revolutions | 649.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/50R21 Tire
How tall is a 255/50R21 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/50R21 tire is 31 inches
How wide is a 255/50R21 tire?
The width of a 255/50R21 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/50R21 tire?
A 255/50R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 255/50R21 tire mean?
The 50 in a 255/50R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/50R21
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 255/50R21:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
265/45R21 | 30.4″ (-1.9%) | 21 x 8.5-10.0 |
275/45R21 | 30.7″ (-1.0%) | 21 x 8.5-10.5 |
275/50R21 | 31.8″ (2.6%) | 21 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/45R21 | 31.1″ (0.3%) | 21 x 9.0-10.5 |
295/40R21 | 30.3″ (-2.3%) | 21 x 10.0-11.5 |
315/40R21 | 30.9″ (-0.3%) | 21 x 10.5-12.5 |
325/40R21 | 31.2″ (0.6%) | 21 x 11.0-13.0 |