255/65R15 in Inches

A 255/65R15 tire has a 28.1-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.1x10R15.

255/65R15 Tire Size
10"
28.1"
255/65R15 Tire Size in Inches
255/65R15 Tire Circumference
88.1"
15"
6.5"
719 revs/mile

255/65R15 Tire Overview

Height
28.1 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
88.1 inches
Sidewall Height
6.5 inches
Revolutions
719 per mile
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What does 255/65R15 mean?

255/65R15 tire size meaning in inches

255/65R15 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.
  • 65 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.
  • 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

255/65R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.1 in712.5 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height6.5 in165.8 mm
Circumference88.1 in2238.4 mm
Revolutions719 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/65R15 Tire

How tall is a 255/65R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/65R15 tire is 28.1 inches

How wide is a 255/65R15 tire?

The width of a 255/65R15 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/65R15 tire?

A 255/65R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 65 in a 255/65R15 tire mean?

The 65 in a 255/65R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/65R15

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 255/65R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
195/80R1527.3″ (-2.8%)15 x 5.0-6.5
215/75R1527.7″ (-1.4%)15 x 5.5-7.0
215/80R1528.5″ (1.4%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1527.4″ (-2.5%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1528.3″ (0.7%)15 x 6.0-7.5
235/70R1528.0″ (-0.4%)15 x 6.0-8.0
235/75R1528.9″ (2.8%)15 x 6.0-8.0
245/65R1527.5″ (-2.1%)15 x n/a
245/70R1528.5″ (1.4%)15 x 6.5-8.0
265/60R1527.5″ (-2.1%)15 x n/a
275/60R1528.0″ (-0.4%)15 x 7.5-9.5
295/55R1527.8″ (-1.1%)15 x 8.0-10.5
295/60R1528.9″ (2.8%)15 x 8.0-9.5
325/50R1527.8″ (-1.1%)15 x 9.0-11.0