265/60R17 in Inches

A 265/60R17 tire has a 29.5-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 29.5x10.4R17.

265/60R17 Tire Size
10.4"
29.5"
265/60R17 Tire Size in Inches
265/60R17 Tire Circumference
92.7"
17"
6.3"
683.2 revs/mile

265/60R17 Tire Overview

Height
29.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
92.7 inches
Sidewall Height
6.3 inches
Revolutions
683.2 per mile
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What does 265/60R17 mean?

265/60R17 tire size meaning in inches

265/60R17 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

265/60R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter29.5 in749.8 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height6.3 in159 mm
Circumference92.7 in2355.6 mm
Revolutions683.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/60R17 Tire

How tall is a 265/60R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/60R17 tire is 29.5 inches

How wide is a 265/60R17 tire?

The width of a 265/60R17 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/60R17 tire?

A 265/60R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 265/60R17 tire mean?

The 60 in a 265/60R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/60R17

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 265/60R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/65R1729.5″ (Equal)17 x 7.0-8.5
165/90R1728.7″ (-2.7%)17 x n/a
175/90R1729.4″ (-0.3%)17 x n/a
215/70R1728.9″ (-2.0%)17 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1729.4″ (-0.3%)17 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1730.3″ (2.7%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/65R1729.0″ (-1.7%)17 x 6.5-8.5
235/70R1730.0″ (1.7%)17 x 6.0-8.0
255/60R1729.0″ (-1.7%)17 x 7.0-9.0
255/65R1730.1″ (2.0%)17 x 7.0-8.5
275/55R1728.9″ (-2.0%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/60R1730.0″ (1.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5