What does 305/45R22 mean?
305/45R22 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 305 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.
- 45 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.
305/45R22 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 32.8 in | 833.3 mm |
Section Width | 12 in | 305 mm |
Rim Height | 22 in | 558 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.4 in | 137.3 mm |
Circumference | 103.1 in | 2617.9 mm |
Revolutions | 614.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 305/45R22 Tire
How tall is a 305/45R22 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 305/45R22 tire is 32.8 inches
How wide is a 305/45R22 tire?
The width of a 305/45R22 tire is 305 mm, which is about 12 inches.
What size rim fits a 305/45R22 tire?
A 305/45R22 tire fits on a rim that is 22 inches in diameter.
What does the 45 in a 305/45R22 tire mean?
The 45 in a 305/45R22 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 305/45R22
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 305/45R22:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/50R22 | 32.8″ (Equal) | 22 x 7.5-9.5 |
265/50R22 | 32.4″ (-1.2%) | 22 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/45R22 | 32.1″ (-2.1%) | 22 x 9.0-10.5 |
285/50R22 | 33.2″ (1.2%) | 22 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/45R22 | 32.5″ (-0.9%) | 22 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/50R22 | 33.6″ (2.4%) | 22 x n/a |
315/45R22 | 33.2″ (1.2%) | 22 x 10.0-12.0 |
325/40R22 | 32.2″ (-1.8%) | 22 x 11.0-13.0 |
325/45R22 | 33.5″ (2.1%) | 22 x n/a |
355/40R22 | 33.2″ (1.2%) | 22 x 12.0-14.0 |