What does 285/65R17 mean?
285/65R17 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.
- 65 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.
285/65R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.6 in | 802.3 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.3 in | 185.3 mm |
Circumference | 99.2 in | 2520.5 mm |
Revolutions | 638.5 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/65R17 Tire
How tall is a 285/65R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/65R17 tire is 31.6 inches
How wide is a 285/65R17 tire?
The width of a 285/65R17 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/65R17 tire?
A 285/65R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 285/65R17 tire mean?
The 65 in a 285/65R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/65R17
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 285/65R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
265/70R17 | 31.6″ (Equal) | 17 x 7.0-9.0 |
235/75R17 | 30.9″ (-2.2%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/80R17 | 31.8″ (0.6%) | 17 x 6.0-7.5 |
245/75R17 | 31.5″ (-0.3%) | 17 x 6.5-8.0 |
255/70R17 | 31.1″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/75R17 | 32.1″ (1.6%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
275/65R17 | 31.1″ (-1.6%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/70R17 | 32.2″ (1.9%) | 17 x 7.0-8.5 |
305/60R17 | 31.4″ (-0.6%) | 17 x n/a |
345/55R17 | 31.9″ (0.9%) | 17 x n/a |