What does 285/70R18 mean?
285/70R18 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.
- 70 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.
285/70R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 33.7 in | 856.2 mm |
Section Width | 11.2 in | 285 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.9 in | 199.5 mm |
Circumference | 105.9 in | 2689.8 mm |
Revolutions | 598.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 285/70R18 Tire
How tall is a 285/70R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 285/70R18 tire is 33.7 inches
How wide is a 285/70R18 tire?
The width of a 285/70R18 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 285/70R18 tire?
A 285/70R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 285/70R18 tire mean?
The 70 in a 285/70R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/70R18
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 285/70R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/70R18 | 33.2″ (-1.5%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
295/65R18 | 33.1″ (-1.8%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/70R18 | 34.3″ (1.8%) | 18 x 7.0-10.0 |
305/65R18 | 33.6″ (-0.3%) | 18 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/60R18 | 33.4″ (-0.9%) | 18 x 8.5-10.0 |
325/65R18 | 34.6″ (2.7%) | 18 x 9.0-10.0 |
345/60R18 | 34.3″ (1.8%) | 18 x n/a |
375/50R18 | 32.8″ (-2.7%) | 18 x n/a |