What does 285/65R18 mean?
285/65R18 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.
- 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
285/65R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 32.6 in | 827.7 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.3 in | 185.3 mm |
Circumference | 102.4 in | 2600.3 mm |
Revolutions | 618.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/65R18 Tire
How tall is a 285/65R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/65R18 tire is 32.6 inches
How wide is a 285/65R18 tire?
The width of a 285/65R18 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/65R18 tire?
A 285/65R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 285/65R18 tire mean?
The 65 in a 285/65R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/65R18
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 285/65R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
265/70R18 | 32.6″ (Equal) | 18 x 7.0-9.0 |
235/75R18 | 31.9″ (-2.1%) | 18 x n/a |
245/75R18 | 32.5″ (-0.3%) | 18 x 6.5-8.0 |
255/70R18 | 32.1″ (-1.5%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
275/65R18 | 32.1″ (-1.5%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/70R18 | 33.2″ (1.8%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
295/65R18 | 33.1″ (1.5%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/60R18 | 32.4″ (-0.6%) | 18 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/60R18 | 33.4″ (2.5%) | 18 x 8.5-10.0 |
375/50R18 | 32.8″ (0.6%) | 18 x n/a |