What does 265/40R22 mean?
265/40R22 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.
- 40 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.
- 22 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
265/40R22 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.3 in | 770.8 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 22 in | 558 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.2 in | 106 mm |
Circumference | 95.3 in | 2421.5 mm |
Revolutions | 664.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/40R22 Tire
How tall is a 265/40R22 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/40R22 tire is 30.3 inches
How wide is a 265/40R22 tire?
The width of a 265/40R22 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/40R22 tire?
A 265/40R22 tire fits on a rim that is 22 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 265/40R22 tire mean?
The 40 in a 265/40R22 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/40R22
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 265/40R22:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
255/40R22 | 30.0″ (-1.0%) | 22 x 8.5-10.0 |
255/45R22 | 31.0″ (2.3%) | 22 x 8.0-9.5 |
275/35R22 | 29.6″ (-2.3%) | 22 x 9.0-11.0 |
275/40R22 | 30.7″ (1.3%) | 22 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/35R22 | 29.9″ (-1.3%) | 22 x 9.5-11.0 |
285/40R22 | 31.0″ (2.3%) | 22 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/35R22 | 30.1″ (-0.7%) | 22 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/35R22 | 30.4″ (0.3%) | 22 x 10.0-12.0 |
315/30R22 | 29.4″ (-3.0%) | 22 x 10.5-11.5 |
315/35R22 | 30.7″ (1.3%) | 22 x 10.5-12.5 |
325/35R22 | 31.0″ (2.3%) | 22 x 11.0-13.0 |