295/70R17 in Inches

A 295/70R17 tire has a 33.3-inch diameter, a 11.6-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 33.3x11.6R17.

295/70R17 Tire Size
11.6"
33.3"
295/70R17 Tire Size in Inches
295/70R17 Tire Circumference
104.5"
17"
8.1"
606.4 revs/mile

295/70R17 Tire Overview

Height
33.3 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
11.6 inches
Circumference
104.5 inches
Sidewall Height
8.1 inches
Revolutions
606.4 per mile
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What does 295/70R17 mean?

295/70R17 tire size meaning in inches

295/70R17 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.
  • 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

295/70R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter33.3 in844.8 mm
Section Width11.6 in295 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height8.1 in206.5 mm
Circumference104.5 in2654 mm
Revolutions606.4 revs/mile
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FAQ About 295/70R17 Tire

How tall is a 295/70R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 295/70R17 tire is 33.3 inches

How wide is a 295/70R17 tire?

The width of a 295/70R17 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 295/70R17 tire?

A 295/70R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 295/70R17 tire mean?

The 70 in a 295/70R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/70R17

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 295/70R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/85R1732.7″ (-1.8%)17 x 6.0-8.0
255/80R1733.1″ (-0.6%)17 x 6.5-8.5
285/70R1732.7″ (-1.8%)17 x 7.5-9.0
285/75R1733.8″ (1.5%)17 x 7.5-9.5
305/65R1732.6″ (-2.1%)17 x 8.5-11.0
305/70R1733.8″ (1.5%)17 x 8.0-9.5