What does 265/45R22 mean?
265/45R22 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.
- 45 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.
265/45R22 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.4 in | 797.3 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 22 in | 558 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.7 in | 119.3 mm |
Circumference | 98.6 in | 2504.8 mm |
Revolutions | 642.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/45R22 Tire
How tall is a 265/45R22 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/45R22 tire is 31.4 inches
How wide is a 265/45R22 tire?
The width of a 265/45R22 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/45R22 tire?
A 265/45R22 tire fits on a rim that is 22 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 265/45R22 tire mean?
The 45 in a 265/45R22 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/45R22
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 265/45R22:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
255/45R22 | 31.0″ (-1.3%) | 22 x 8.0-9.5 |
275/40R22 | 30.7″ (-2.2%) | 22 x 9.0-11.0 |
275/45R22 | 31.7″ (1.0%) | 22 x 8.5-10.5 |
285/40R22 | 31.0″ (-1.3%) | 22 x 9.5-11.0 |
285/45R22 | 32.1″ (2.2%) | 22 x 9.0-10.5 |
295/40R22 | 31.3″ (-0.3%) | 22 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/40R22 | 31.6″ (0.6%) | 22 x 10.0-12.0 |
315/35R22 | 30.7″ (-2.2%) | 22 x 10.5-12.5 |
325/35R22 | 31.0″ (-1.3%) | 22 x 11.0-13.0 |
325/40R22 | 32.2″ (2.5%) | 22 x 11.0-13.0 |