What does 275/50R21 mean?
275/50R21 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.
- 50 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.
- 21 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
275/50R21 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.8 in | 808.4 mm |
Section Width | 10.8 in | 275 mm |
Rim Height | 21 in | 533 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.4 in | 137.5 mm |
Circumference | 100 in | 2539.7 mm |
Revolutions | 633.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 275/50R21 Tire
How tall is a 275/50R21 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 275/50R21 tire is 31.8 inches
How wide is a 275/50R21 tire?
The width of a 275/50R21 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.
What size rim fits a 275/50R21 tire?
A 275/50R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 275/50R21 tire mean?
The 50 in a 275/50R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/50R21
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 275/50R21:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
255/50R21 | 31.0″ (-2.5%) | 21 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/45R21 | 31.1″ (-2.2%) | 21 x 9.0-10.5 |
315/40R21 | 30.9″ (-2.8%) | 21 x 10.5-12.5 |
315/45R21 | 32.2″ (1.3%) | 21 x n/a |
325/40R21 | 31.2″ (-1.9%) | 21 x 11.0-13.0 |