What does 295/65R20 mean?
295/65R20 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.
- 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
295/65R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 35.1 in | 891.5 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.5 in | 191.8 mm |
Circumference | 110.3 in | 2800.7 mm |
Revolutions | 574.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 295/65R20 Tire
How tall is a 295/65R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 295/65R20 tire is 35.1 inches
How wide is a 295/65R20 tire?
The width of a 295/65R20 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 295/65R20 tire?
A 295/65R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 65 in a 295/65R20 tire mean?
The 65 in a 295/65R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/65R20
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 295/65R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/65R20 | 34.1″ (-2.8%) | 20 x 7.0-9.5 |
285/65R20 | 34.6″ (-1.4%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/60R20 | 34.4″ (-2.0%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
315/60R20 | 34.9″ (-0.6%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
325/60R20 | 35.4″ (0.9%) | 20 x 9.0-10.0 |
335/55R20 | 34.5″ (-1.7%) | 20 x n/a |