What does 295/45R18 mean?
295/45R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 295 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.
- 45 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.
295/45R18 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 28.5 in | 722.7 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 18 in | 457 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.2 in | 132.8 mm |
Circumference | 89.4 in | 2270.4 mm |
Revolutions | 708.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 295/45R18 Tire
How tall is a 295/45R18 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 295/45R18 tire is 28.5 inches
How wide is a 295/45R18 tire?
The width of a 295/45R18 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 295/45R18 tire?
A 295/45R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 295/45R18 tire mean?
The 45 in a 295/45R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/45R18
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 295/45R18:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
145/85R18 | 27.7″ (-2.8%) | 18 x n/a |
155/80R18 | 27.8″ (-2.5%) | 18 x n/a |
155/85R18 | 28.4″ (-0.4%) | 18 x n/a |
155/90R18 | 29.0″ (1.8%) | 18 x n/a |
175/80R18 | 29.0″ (1.8%) | 18 x n/a |
205/60R18 | 27.7″ (-2.8%) | 18 x 5.0-7.5 |
225/55R18 | 27.7″ (-2.8%) | 18 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/60R18 | 28.6″ (0.4%) | 18 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/55R18 | 28.2″ (-1.1%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/60R18 | 29.1″ (2.1%) | 18 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/55R18 | 28.6″ (0.4%) | 18 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/50R18 | 28.0″ (-1.8%) | 18 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/55R18 | 29.0″ (1.8%) | 18 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/50R18 | 28.4″ (-0.4%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/45R18 | 27.7″ (-2.8%) | 18 x 8.5-10.5 |
275/50R18 | 28.8″ (1.1%) | 18 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/45R18 | 28.1″ (-1.4%) | 18 x 9.0-10.5 |
285/50R18 | 29.2″ (2.5%) | 18 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/45R18 | 28.8″ (1.1%) | 18 x 9.5-11.5 |
315/40R18 | 27.9″ (-2.1%) | 18 x 10.5-12.5 |