What does 295/45R24 mean?
295/45R24 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
295/45R24 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 34.5 in | 875.1 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.2 in | 132.8 mm |
Circumference | 108.2 in | 2749.2 mm |
Revolutions | 585.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 295/45R24 Tire
How tall is a 295/45R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 295/45R24 tire is 34.5 inches
How wide is a 295/45R24 tire?
The width of a 295/45R24 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 295/45R24 tire?
A 295/45R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 295/45R24 tire mean?
The 45 in a 295/45R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/45R24
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 295/45R24:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
305/40R24 | 33.6″ (-2.6%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
305/45R24 | 34.8″ (0.9%) | 24 x 9.5-11.5 |
315/45R24 | 35.2″ (2.0%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
325/45R24 | 35.5″ (2.9%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
335/40R24 | 34.6″ (0.3%) | 24 x n/a |
355/40R24 | 35.2″ (2.0%) | 24 x n/a |
385/35R24 | 34.6″ (0.3%) | 24 x 13.0-15.0 |