What does 265/25R24 mean?
265/25R24 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 265 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.
- 25 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
265/25R24 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 29.2 in | 742.1 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
Sidewall Height | 2.6 in | 66.3 mm |
Circumference | 91.8 in | 2331.4 mm |
Revolutions | 690.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/25R24 Tire
How tall is a 265/25R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/25R24 tire is 29.2 inches
How wide is a 265/25R24 tire?
The width of a 265/25R24 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/25R24 tire?
A 265/25R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 25 in a 265/25R24 tire mean?
The 25 in a 265/25R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 25% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/25R24
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 265/25R24:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
245/25R24 | 28.8″ (-1.4%) | 24 x n/a |
245/30R24 | 29.8″ (2.1%) | 24 x n/a |
255/25R24 | 29.0″ (-0.7%) | 24 x n/a |
255/30R24 | 30.0″ (2.7%) | 24 x 8.5-9.5 |
275/25R24 | 29.4″ (0.7%) | 24 x 9.5-10.0 |