What does 285/40R17 mean?
285/40R17 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.
- 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.
- 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
285/40R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26 in | 659.8 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.5 in | 114 mm |
Circumference | 81.6 in | 2072.8 mm |
Revolutions | 776.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/40R17 Tire
How tall is a 285/40R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/40R17 tire is 26 inches
How wide is a 285/40R17 tire?
The width of a 285/40R17 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/40R17 tire?
A 285/40R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 285/40R17 tire mean?
The 40 in a 285/40R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/40R17
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 285/40R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
255/45R17 | 26.0″ (Equal) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
115/95R17 | 25.6″ (-1.5%) | 17 x n/a |
135/80R17 | 25.5″ (-1.9%) | 17 x n/a |
135/90R17 | 26.6″ (2.3%) | 17 x n/a |
145/80R17 | 26.1″ (0.4%) | 17 x n/a |
155/70R17 | 25.5″ (-1.9%) | 17 x n/a |
165/70R17 | 26.1″ (0.4%) | 17 x n/a |
185/60R17 | 25.7″ (-1.2%) | 17 x n/a |
195/55R17 | 25.4″ (-2.3%) | 17 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/55R17 | 25.9″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/60R17 | 26.7″ (2.7%) | 17 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/50R17 | 25.5″ (-1.9%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/55R17 | 26.3″ (1.2%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/50R17 | 25.9″ (-0.4%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/55R17 | 26.7″ (2.7%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/45R17 | 25.3″ (-2.7%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
235/50R17 | 26.3″ (1.2%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/45R17 | 25.7″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/50R17 | 26.6″ (2.3%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
265/40R17 | 25.3″ (-2.7%) | 17 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/40R17 | 25.7″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 9.0-11.0 |
295/40R17 | 26.3″ (1.2%) | 17 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/35R17 | 25.4″ (-2.3%) | 17 x n/a |
315/35R17 | 25.7″ (-1.2%) | 17 x 10.5-12.5 |
335/35R17 | 26.2″ (0.8%) | 17 x 11.0-13.0 |