315/45R17 in Inches

A 315/45R17 tire has a 28.2-inch diameter, a 12.4-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.2x12.4R17.

315/45R17 Tire Size
12.4"
28.2"
315/45R17 Tire Size in Inches
315/45R17 Tire Circumference
88.5"
17"
5.6"
716.2 revs/mile

315/45R17 Tire Overview

Height
28.2 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
12.4 inches
Circumference
88.5 inches
Sidewall Height
5.6 inches
Revolutions
716.2 per mile
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What does 315/45R17 mean?

315/45R17 tire size meaning in inches

315/45R17 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.
  • 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

315/45R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.2 in715.3 mm
Section Width12.4 in315 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height5.6 in141.8 mm
Circumference88.5 in2247.2 mm
Revolutions716.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 315/45R17 Tire

How tall is a 315/45R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 315/45R17 tire is 28.2 inches

How wide is a 315/45R17 tire?

The width of a 315/45R17 tire is 315 mm, which is about 12.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 315/45R17 tire?

A 315/45R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 45 in a 315/45R17 tire mean?

The 45 in a 315/45R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 45% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 315/45R17

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 315/45R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
155/90R1728.0″ (-0.7%)17 x n/a
165/80R1727.4″ (-2.8%)17 x n/a
165/90R1728.7″ (1.8%)17 x n/a
205/65R1727.5″ (-2.5%)17 x 5.5-7.5
215/65R1728.0″ (-0.7%)17 x 6.0-7.5
215/70R1728.9″ (2.5%)17 x 5.5-7.0
225/60R1727.6″ (-2.1%)17 x 6.0-8.0
225/65R1728.5″ (1.1%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/60R1728.1″ (-0.4%)17 x 6.5-8.5
235/65R1729.0″ (2.8%)17 x 6.5-8.5
245/55R1727.6″ (-2.1%)17 x 7.0-8.5
245/60R1728.6″ (1.4%)17 x 7.0-8.5
255/55R1728.0″ (-0.7%)17 x 7.0-9.0
255/60R1729.0″ (2.8%)17 x 7.0-9.0
265/55R1728.5″ (1.1%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1727.8″ (-1.4%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R1728.9″ (2.5%)17 x 7.5-9.5
295/45R1727.5″ (-2.5%)17 x n/a
305/45R1727.8″ (-1.4%)17 x 9.5-11.5
345/40R1727.9″ (-1.1%)17 x 11.5-13.5