What does 315/30R21 mean?
315/30R21 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 315 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.
- 30 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.
- 21 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
315/30R21 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 28.4 in | 722.4 mm |
Section Width | 12.4 in | 315 mm |
Rim Height | 21 in | 533 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.7 in | 94.5 mm |
Circumference | 89.3 in | 2269.5 mm |
Revolutions | 709.1 revs/mile |
FAQ About 315/30R21 Tire
How tall is a 315/30R21 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 315/30R21 tire is 28.4 inches
How wide is a 315/30R21 tire?
The width of a 315/30R21 tire is 315 mm, which is about 12.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 315/30R21 tire?
A 315/30R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.
What does the 30 in a 315/30R21 tire mean?
The 30 in a 315/30R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 30% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 315/30R21
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 315/30R21:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
245/35R21 | 27.8″ (-2.1%) | 21 x 8.0-9.0 |
245/40R21 | 28.7″ (1.1%) | 21 x 8.0-9.5 |
255/35R21 | 28.0″ (-1.4%) | 21 x 8.5-10.0 |
255/40R21 | 29.0″ (2.1%) | 21 x 8.5-10.0 |
265/35R21 | 28.3″ (-0.4%) | 21 x 9.0-10.5 |
275/35R21 | 28.6″ (0.7%) | 21 x 9.0-11.0 |
285/30R21 | 27.7″ (-2.5%) | 21 x 9.5-10.5 |
285/35R21 | 28.9″ (1.8%) | 21 x 9.5-11.0 |
295/30R21 | 28.0″ (-1.4%) | 21 x 10.0-11.0 |
295/35R21 | 29.1″ (2.5%) | 21 x 10.0-11.5 |
305/30R21 | 28.2″ (-0.7%) | 21 x 10.5-11.5 |
325/30R21 | 28.7″ (1.1%) | 21 x 11.0-12.0 |
355/25R21 | 28.0″ (-1.4%) | 21 x 12.5-13.5 |