What does 275/55R20 mean?
275/55R20 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.
- 55 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
275/55R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.9 in | 810.5 mm |
Section Width | 10.8 in | 275 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 6 in | 151.3 mm |
Circumference | 100.2 in | 2546.3 mm |
Revolutions | 632 revs/mile |
FAQ About 275/55R20 Tire
How tall is a 275/55R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 275/55R20 tire is 31.9 inches
How wide is a 275/55R20 tire?
The width of a 275/55R20 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.
What size rim fits a 275/55R20 tire?
A 275/55R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 275/55R20 tire mean?
The 55 in a 275/55R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/55R20
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 275/55R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/60R20 | 31.1″ (-2.5%) | 20 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/60R20 | 31.6″ (-0.9%) | 20 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/55R20 | 31.0″ (-2.8%) | 20 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/60R20 | 32.0″ (0.3%) | 20 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/55R20 | 31.5″ (-1.3%) | 20 x n/a |
265/60R20 | 32.5″ (1.9%) | 20 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/50R20 | 31.2″ (-2.2%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/55R20 | 32.3″ (1.3%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/50R20 | 31.6″ (-0.9%) | 20 x 8.0-10.5 |
295/55R20 | 32.8″ (2.8%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/50R20 | 32.0″ (0.3%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
315/50R20 | 32.4″ (1.6%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/50R20 | 32.8″ (2.8%) | 20 x 9.0-11.5 |