What does 285/30R24 mean?
285/30R24 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.
- 30 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
285/30R24 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.7 in | 780.6 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.4 in | 85.5 mm |
Circumference | 96.5 in | 2452.3 mm |
Revolutions | 656.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/30R24 Tire
How tall is a 285/30R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/30R24 tire is 30.7 inches
How wide is a 285/30R24 tire?
The width of a 285/30R24 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/30R24 tire?
A 285/30R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 30 in a 285/30R24 tire mean?
The 30 in a 285/30R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 30% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/30R24
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 285/30R24:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
245/30R24 | 29.8″ (-2.9%) | 24 x n/a |
255/30R24 | 30.0″ (-2.3%) | 24 x 8.5-9.5 |
275/30R24 | 30.5″ (-0.7%) | 24 x 9.0-10.0 |
295/30R24 | 31.0″ (1.0%) | 24 x 10.0-11.0 |
315/30R24 | 31.4″ (2.3%) | 24 x 10.5-11.5 |
355/25R24 | 31.0″ (1.0%) | 24 x n/a |