265/65R17 in Inches

A 265/65R17 tire has a 30.6-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30.6x10.4R17.

265/65R17 Tire Size
10.4"
30.6"
265/65R17 Tire Size in Inches
265/65R17 Tire Circumference
96"
17"
6.8"
659.9 revs/mile

265/65R17 Tire Overview

Height
30.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
96 inches
Sidewall Height
6.8 inches
Revolutions
659.9 per mile
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What does 265/65R17 mean?

265/65R17 tire size meaning in inches

265/65R17 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.
  • 65 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.

265/65R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30.6 in776.3 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height6.8 in172.3 mm
Circumference96 in2438.8 mm
Revolutions659.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/65R17 Tire

How tall is a 265/65R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/65R17 tire is 30.6 inches

How wide is a 265/65R17 tire?

The width of a 265/65R17 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/65R17 tire?

A 265/65R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 65 in a 265/65R17 tire mean?

The 65 in a 265/65R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/65R17

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 265/65R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
225/75R1730.3″ (-1.0%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/70R1730.0″ (-2.0%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/75R1730.9″ (1.0%)17 x 6.0-8.0
245/70R1730.5″ (-0.3%)17 x 6.5-8.0
245/75R1731.5″ (2.9%)17 x 6.5-8.0
255/65R1730.1″ (-1.6%)17 x 7.0-8.5
255/70R1731.1″ (1.6%)17 x 6.5-8.5
275/60R1730.0″ (-2.0%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/65R1731.1″ (1.6%)17 x 7.5-9.5
285/60R1730.5″ (-0.3%)17 x 8.0-10.0
305/60R1731.4″ (2.6%)17 x n/a