255/75R17 in Inches

A 255/75R17 tire has a 32.1-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 32.1x10R17.

255/75R17 Tire Size
10"
32.1"
255/75R17 Tire Size in Inches
255/75R17 Tire Circumference
100.7"
17"
7.5"
629.1 revs/mile

255/75R17 Tire Overview

Height
32.1 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
100.7 inches
Sidewall Height
7.5 inches
Revolutions
629.1 per mile
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What does 255/75R17 mean?

255/75R17 tire size meaning in inches

255/75R17 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.
  • 75 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.

255/75R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter32.1 in814.3 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height7.5 in191.3 mm
Circumference100.7 in2558.2 mm
Revolutions629.1 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/75R17 Tire

How tall is a 255/75R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/75R17 tire is 32.1 inches

How wide is a 255/75R17 tire?

The width of a 255/75R17 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/75R17 tire?

A 255/75R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 75 in a 255/75R17 tire mean?

The 75 in a 255/75R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 75% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/75R17

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 255/75R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/80R1731.8″ (-0.9%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/85R1732.7″ (1.9%)17 x 6.0-8.0
245/75R1731.5″ (-1.9%)17 x 6.5-8.0
265/70R1731.6″ (-1.6%)17 x 7.0-9.0
275/70R1732.2″ (0.3%)17 x 7.0-8.5
285/65R1731.6″ (-1.6%)17 x 8.0-10.0
285/70R1732.7″ (1.9%)17 x 7.5-9.0
305/60R1731.4″ (-2.2%)17 x n/a
305/65R1732.6″ (1.6%)17 x 8.5-11.0
345/55R1731.9″ (-0.6%)17 x n/a