What does 265/50R15 mean?
265/50R15 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.
- 50 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.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
265/50R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 25.4 in | 646 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.2 in | 132.5 mm |
Circumference | 79.9 in | 2029.5 mm |
Revolutions | 793 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/50R15 Tire
How tall is a 265/50R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/50R15 tire is 25.4 inches
How wide is a 265/50R15 tire?
The width of a 265/50R15 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/50R15 tire?
A 265/50R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 265/50R15 tire mean?
The 50 in a 265/50R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/50R15
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 265/50R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
165/80R15 | 25.4″ (Equal) | 15 x 4.0-5.5 |
155/80R15 | 24.8″ (-2.4%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
175/75R15 | 25.3″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/70R15 | 25.2″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/65R15 | 25.0″ (-1.6%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/70R15 | 25.7″ (1.2%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/60R15 | 24.7″ (-2.8%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/65R15 | 25.5″ (0.4%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/60R15 | 25.2″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/65R15 | 26.0″ (2.4%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/55R15 | 24.7″ (-2.8%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/60R15 | 25.6″ (0.8%) | 15 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/55R15 | 25.2″ (-0.8%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/60R15 | 26.1″ (2.8%) | 15 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/55R15 | 26.0″ (2.4%) | 15 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/50R15 | 25.8″ (1.6%) | 15 x 7.5-9.5 |