What does 275/40R23 mean?
275/40R23 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.
- 40 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.
- 23 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
275/40R23 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.7 in | 804.2 mm |
Section Width | 10.8 in | 275 mm |
Rim Height | 23 in | 584 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.3 in | 110 mm |
Circumference | 99.5 in | 2526.5 mm |
Revolutions | 637 revs/mile |
FAQ About 275/40R23 Tire
How tall is a 275/40R23 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 275/40R23 tire is 31.7 inches
How wide is a 275/40R23 tire?
The width of a 275/40R23 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.
What size rim fits a 275/40R23 tire?
A 275/40R23 tire fits on a rim that is 23 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 275/40R23 tire mean?
The 40 in a 275/40R23 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/40R23
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 275/40R23:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
285/35R23 | 30.9″ (-2.5%) | 23 x 9.5-11.0 |
285/40R23 | 32.0″ (0.9%) | 23 x 9.5.0-11.0 |
295/35R23 | 31.1″ (-1.9%) | 23 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/35R23 | 31.4″ (-0.9%) | 23 x 10.0-12.0 |
305/40R23 | 32.6″ (2.8%) | 23 x 10.0-12.0 |
325/35R23 | 32.0″ (0.9%) | 23 x n/a |