What does 285/25R20 mean?
285/25R20 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 285 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.
- 25 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.
285/25R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 25.6 in | 650.5 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 2.8 in | 71.3 mm |
Circumference | 80.5 in | 2043.6 mm |
Revolutions | 787.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/25R20 Tire
How tall is a 285/25R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/25R20 tire is 25.6 inches
How wide is a 285/25R20 tire?
The width of a 285/25R20 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/25R20 tire?
A 285/25R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 25 in a 285/25R20 tire mean?
The 25 in a 285/25R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 25% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/25R20
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 285/25R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/30R20 | 25.6″ (Equal) | 20 x 8.5 |
215/30R20 | 25.1″ (-2.0%) | 20 x 7.5-9.0 |
225/30R20 | 25.3″ (-1.2%) | 20 x 8 |
225/35R20 | 26.2″ (2.3%) | 20 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/30R20 | 25.8″ (0.8%) | 20 x 8.0-9.0 |
255/30R20 | 26.0″ (1.6%) | 20 x 8.5-9.5 |
265/30R20 | 26.3″ (2.7%) | 20 x 9.0-10.0 |
275/25R20 | 25.4″ (-0.8%) | 20 x 10 |
295/25R20 | 25.8″ (0.8%) | 20 x 10.0-11.0 |
305/25R20 | 26.0″ (1.6%) | 20 x 10.5-11.5 |
315/25R20 | 26.2″ (2.3%) | 20 x 11.0-12.0 |