255/55R14 in Inches

A 255/55R14 tire has a 25-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 14-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25x10R14.

255/55R14 Tire Size
10"
25"
255/55R14 Tire Size in Inches
255/55R14 Tire Circumference
78.7"
14"
5.5"
805.3 revs/mile

255/55R14 Tire Overview

Height
25 inches
Wheel Diameter
14 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
78.7 inches
Sidewall Height
5.5 inches
Revolutions
805.3 per mile
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What does 255/55R14 mean?

255/55R14 tire size meaning in inches

255/55R14 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.
  • 55 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.
  • 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

255/55R14 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25 in636.1 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height14 in355 mm
Sidewall Height5.5 in140.3 mm
Circumference78.7 in1998.4 mm
Revolutions805.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/55R14 Tire

How tall is a 255/55R14 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/55R14 tire is 25 inches

How wide is a 255/55R14 tire?

The width of a 255/55R14 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/55R14 tire?

A 255/55R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 255/55R14 tire mean?

The 55 in a 255/55R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/55R14

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 255/55R14:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
175/80R1425.0″ (Equal)14 x 4.5-6.0
215/65R1425.0″ (Equal)14 x 6.0-7.5
165/80R1424.4″ (-2.4%)14 x 4.0-5.5
175/75R1424.3″ (-2.8%)14 x 4.5-6.0
185/75R1424.9″ (-0.4%)14 x 4.5-6.0
185/80R1425.7″ (2.8%)14 x 4.5-6.0
195/70R1424.7″ (-1.2%)14 x 5.0-6.5
195/75R1425.5″ (2.0%)14 x 5.0-6.5
205/65R1424.5″ (-2.0%)14 x 5.5-7.5
205/70R1425.3″ (1.2%)14 x 5.0-7.0
225/60R1424.6″ (-1.6%)14 x 6.0-8.0
235/60R1425.1″ (0.4%)14 x 6.5-8.5
245/60R1425.6″ (2.4%)14 x 7.0-8.5
265/50R1424.4″ (-2.4%)14 x 7.0-10.0