255/55R17 in Inches

A 255/55R17 tire has a 28-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28x10R17.

255/55R17 Tire Size
10"
28"
255/55R17 Tire Size in Inches
255/55R17 Tire Circumference
88.1"
17"
5.5"
719.2 revs/mile

255/55R17 Tire Overview

Height
28 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
88.1 inches
Sidewall Height
5.5 inches
Revolutions
719.2 per mile
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What does 255/55R17 mean?

255/55R17 tire size meaning in inches

255/55R17 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

255/55R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28 in712.3 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height5.5 in140.3 mm
Circumference88.1 in2237.8 mm
Revolutions719.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/55R17 Tire

How tall is a 255/55R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/55R17 tire is 28 inches

How wide is a 255/55R17 tire?

The width of a 255/55R17 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/55R17 tire?

A 255/55R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 255/55R17 tire mean?

The 55 in a 255/55R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/55R17

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 255/55R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
155/90R1728.0″ (Equal)17 x n/a
215/65R1728.0″ (Equal)17 x 6.0-7.5
145/90R1727.3″ (-2.5%)17 x n/a
165/80R1727.4″ (-2.1%)17 x n/a
165/90R1728.7″ (2.5%)17 x n/a
205/65R1727.5″ (-1.8%)17 x 5.5-7.5
215/60R1727.2″ (-2.9%)17 x 6.0-7.5
225/60R1727.6″ (-1.4%)17 x 6.0-8.0
225/65R1728.5″ (1.8%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/55R1727.2″ (-2.9%)17 x 6.5-8.5
235/60R1728.1″ (0.4%)17 x 6.5-8.5
245/55R1727.6″ (-1.4%)17 x 7.0-8.5
245/60R1728.6″ (2.1%)17 x 7.0-8.5
265/55R1728.5″ (1.8%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1727.8″ (-0.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5
295/45R1727.5″ (-1.8%)17 x n/a
305/45R1727.8″ (-0.7%)17 x 9.5-11.5
315/45R1728.2″ (0.7%)17 x 10.0-12.0
345/40R1727.9″ (-0.4%)17 x 11.5-13.5