What does 265/55R17 mean?
265/55R17 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.
- 55 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.
265/55R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 28.5 in | 723.3 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.7 in | 145.8 mm |
Circumference | 89.5 in | 2272.3 mm |
Revolutions | 708.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/55R17 Tire
How tall is a 265/55R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/55R17 tire is 28.5 inches
How wide is a 265/55R17 tire?
The width of a 265/55R17 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/55R17 tire?
A 265/55R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 265/55R17 tire mean?
The 55 in a 265/55R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/55R17
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 265/55R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/65R17 | 28.5″ (Equal) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
155/90R17 | 28.0″ (-1.8%) | 17 x n/a |
165/90R17 | 28.7″ (0.7%) | 17 x n/a |
215/65R17 | 28.0″ (-1.8%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/70R17 | 28.9″ (1.4%) | 17 x 5.5-7.0 |
235/60R17 | 28.1″ (-1.4%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/65R17 | 29.0″ (1.8%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/60R17 | 28.6″ (0.4%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/55R17 | 28.0″ (-1.8%) | 17 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/60R17 | 29.0″ (1.8%) | 17 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/50R17 | 27.8″ (-2.5%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/55R17 | 28.9″ (1.4%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
305/45R17 | 27.8″ (-2.5%) | 17 x 9.5-11.5 |
315/45R17 | 28.2″ (-1.1%) | 17 x 10.0-12.0 |
345/40R17 | 27.9″ (-2.1%) | 17 x 11.5-13.5 |