What does 285/40R23 mean?
285/40R23 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.
- 23 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
285/40R23 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 32 in | 812.2 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 23 in | 584 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.5 in | 114 mm |
Circumference | 100.5 in | 2551.6 mm |
Revolutions | 630.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/40R23 Tire
How tall is a 285/40R23 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/40R23 tire is 32 inches
How wide is a 285/40R23 tire?
The width of a 285/40R23 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/40R23 tire?
A 285/40R23 tire fits on a rim that is 23 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 285/40R23 tire mean?
The 40 in a 285/40R23 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/40R23
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 285/40R23:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
325/35R23 | 32.0″ (Equal) | 23 x n/a |
275/40R23 | 31.7″ (-0.9%) | 23 x 9.0-11.0 |
295/35R23 | 31.1″ (-2.8%) | 23 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/35R23 | 31.4″ (-1.9%) | 23 x 10.0-12.0 |
305/40R23 | 32.6″ (1.9%) | 23 x 10.0-12.0 |