265/60R15 in Inches

A 265/60R15 tire has a 27.5-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 27.5x10.4R15.

265/60R15 Tire Size
10.4"
27.5"
265/60R15 Tire Size in Inches
265/60R15 Tire Circumference
86.5"
15"
6.3"
732.9 revs/mile

265/60R15 Tire Overview

Height
27.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
86.5 inches
Sidewall Height
6.3 inches
Revolutions
732.9 per mile
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What does 265/60R15 mean?

265/60R15 tire size meaning in inches

265/60R15 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.
  • 60 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.

265/60R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter27.5 in699 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height6.3 in159 mm
Circumference86.5 in2196 mm
Revolutions732.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/60R15 Tire

How tall is a 265/60R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/60R15 tire is 27.5 inches

How wide is a 265/60R15 tire?

The width of a 265/60R15 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/60R15 tire?

A 265/60R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 265/60R15 tire mean?

The 60 in a 265/60R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/60R15

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 265/60R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/65R1527.5″ (Equal)15 x n/a
185/80R1526.7″ (-2.9%)15 x 4.5-6.0
195/80R1527.3″ (-0.7%)15 x 5.0-6.5
205/75R1527.1″ (-1.5%)15 x 5.0-7.0
215/70R1526.9″ (-2.2%)15 x 5.5-7.0
215/75R1527.7″ (0.7%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1527.4″ (-0.4%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1528.3″ (2.9%)15 x 6.0-7.5
235/65R1527.0″ (-1.8%)15 x 6.5-n/a
235/70R1528.0″ (1.8%)15 x 6.0-8.0
255/60R1527.0″ (-1.8%)15 x 7.0-9.0
255/65R1528.1″ (2.2%)15 x 7.0-9.0
275/55R1526.9″ (-2.2%)15 x 7.5-9.5
275/60R1528.0″ (1.8%)15 x 7.5-9.5
295/55R1527.8″ (1.1%)15 x 8.0-10.5
305/50R1527.0″ (-1.8%)15 x 8.5-11.0
325/50R1527.8″ (1.1%)15 x 9.0-11.0