What does 285/40R24 mean?
285/40R24 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
285/40R24 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 33 in | 837.6 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.5 in | 114 mm |
Circumference | 103.6 in | 2631.4 mm |
Revolutions | 611.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/40R24 Tire
How tall is a 285/40R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/40R24 tire is 33 inches
How wide is a 285/40R24 tire?
The width of a 285/40R24 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/40R24 tire?
A 285/40R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 40 in a 285/40R24 tire mean?
The 40 in a 285/40R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/40R24
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 285/40R24:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
295/35R24 | 32.1″ (-2.7%) | 24 x 10.0-11.5 |
295/40R24 | 33.3″ (0.9%) | 24 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/35R24 | 32.4″ (-1.8%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
305/40R24 | 33.6″ (1.8%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
315/35R24 | 32.7″ (-0.9%) | 24 x 10.5-12.5 |