What does 295/75R17 mean?
295/75R17 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.
- 75 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.
295/75R17 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 34.4 in | 874.3 mm |
Section Width | 11.6 in | 295 mm |
Rim Height | 17 in | 431 mm |
Sidewall Height | 8.7 in | 221.3 mm |
Circumference | 108.1 in | 2746.7 mm |
Revolutions | 585.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 295/75R17 Tire
How tall is a 295/75R17 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 295/75R17 tire is 34.4 inches
How wide is a 295/75R17 tire?
The width of a 295/75R17 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 295/75R17 tire?
A 295/75R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.
What does the 75 in a 295/75R17 tire mean?
The 75 in a 295/75R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 75% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/75R17
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 295/75R17:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
315/70R17 | 34.4″ (Equal) | 17 x 8.0-10.5 |
275/80R17 | 34.3″ (-0.3%) | 17 x n/a |
285/75R17 | 33.8″ (-1.7%) | 17 x 7.5-9.5 |
305/70R17 | 33.8″ (-1.7%) | 17 x 8.0-9.5 |
325/70R17 | 34.9″ (1.5%) | 17 x 8.5-10.0 |