What does 295/70R17 mean?
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
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 33.3 in | 844.8 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 8.1 in | 206.5 mm |
Circumference | 104.5 in | 2654 mm |
Revolutions | 606.4 revs/mile |
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 Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
235/85R17 | 32.7″ (-1.8%) | 17 x 6.0-8.0 |
255/80R17 | 33.1″ (-0.6%) | 17 x 6.5-8.5 |
285/70R17 | 32.7″ (-1.8%) | 17 x 7.5-9.0 |
285/75R17 | 33.8″ (1.5%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
305/65R17 | 32.6″ (-2.1%) | 17 x 8.5-11.0 |
305/70R17 | 33.8″ (1.5%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |