What does 295/50R22 mean?
295/50R22 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.
- 50 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.
- 22 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
295/50R22 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 33.6 in | 853.8 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 22 in | 558 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.8 in | 147.5 mm |
Circumference | 105.6 in | 2682.3 mm |
Revolutions | 600 revs/mile |
FAQ About 295/50R22 Tire
How tall is a 295/50R22 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 295/50R22 tire is 33.6 inches
How wide is a 295/50R22 tire?
The width of a 295/50R22 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 295/50R22 tire?
A 295/50R22 tire fits on a rim that is 22 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 295/50R22 tire mean?
The 50 in a 295/50R22 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/50R22
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 295/50R22:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/50R22 | 32.8″ (-2.4%) | 22 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/55R22 | 33.9″ (0.9%) | 22 x n/a |
285/50R22 | 33.2″ (-1.2%) | 22 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/55R22 | 34.3″ (2.1%) | 22 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/45R22 | 32.8″ (-2.4%) | 22 x 9.5-11.5 |
305/50R22 | 34.0″ (1.2%) | 22 x 8.5-11.0 |
315/45R22 | 33.2″ (-1.2%) | 22 x 10.0-12.0 |
315/50R22 | 34.4″ (2.4%) | 22 x n/a |
325/45R22 | 33.5″ (-0.3%) | 22 x n/a |
355/40R22 | 33.2″ (-1.2%) | 22 x 12.0-14.0 |