What does 275/35R15 mean?
275/35R15 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 275 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.
- 35 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.
275/35R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 22.6 in | 573.5 mm |
Section Width | 10.8 in | 275 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.8 in | 96.3 mm |
Circumference | 70.9 in | 1801.7 mm |
Revolutions | 893.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 275/35R15 Tire
How tall is a 275/35R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 275/35R15 tire is 22.6 inches
How wide is a 275/35R15 tire?
The width of a 275/35R15 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.
What size rim fits a 275/35R15 tire?
A 275/35R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 35 in a 275/35R15 tire mean?
The 35 in a 275/35R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 35% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/35R15
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 275/35R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/55R15 | 22.6″ (Equal) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
215/45R15 | 22.6″ (Equal) | 15 x 7.0-8.0 |
125/80R15 | 22.9″ (1.3%) | 15 x n/a |
135/70R15 | 22.4″ (-0.9%) | 15 x n/a |
145/65R15 | 22.4″ (-0.9%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
155/60R15 | 22.3″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 4.5-5.5 |
155/65R15 | 22.9″ (1.3%) | 15 x 4.5-5.5 |
165/55R15 | 22.1″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
165/60R15 | 22.8″ (0.9%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/50R15 | 22.3″ (-1.3%) | 15 x n/a |
185/55R15 | 23.0″ (1.8%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/50R15 | 22.7″ (0.4%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/45R15 | 22.3″ (-1.3%) | 15 x 6.5-7.5 |
205/50R15 | 23.1″ (2.2%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
225/45R15 | 23.0″ (1.8%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/40R15 | 22.7″ (0.4%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
295/35R15 | 23.1″ (2.2%) | 15 x n/a |