What does 255/65R18 mean?
255/65R18 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.
- 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
255/65R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.1 in | 788.7 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6.5 in | 165.8 mm |
Circumference | 97.6 in | 2477.8 mm |
Revolutions | 649.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/65R18 Tire
How tall is a 255/65R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/65R18 tire is 31.1 inches
How wide is a 255/65R18 tire?
The width of a 255/65R18 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/65R18 tire?
A 255/65R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 255/65R18 tire mean?
The 65 in a 255/65R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/65R18
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 255/65R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/90R18 | 30.4″ (-2.3%) | 18 x n/a |
225/75R18 | 31.3″ (0.6%) | 18 x n/a |
235/70R18 | 31.0″ (-0.3%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/75R18 | 31.9″ (2.6%) | 18 x n/a |
245/65R18 | 30.5″ (-1.9%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/70R18 | 31.5″ (1.3%) | 18 x n/a |
265/60R18 | 30.5″ (-1.9%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
265/65R18 | 31.6″ (1.6%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/60R18 | 31.0″ (-0.3%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/55R18 | 30.3″ (-2.6%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/60R18 | 31.5″ (1.3%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |