What does 315/50R24 mean?
315/50R24 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.
- 50 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.
- 24 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
315/50R24 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 36.4 in | 924.6 mm |
| Section Width | 12.4 in | 315 mm |
| Rim Height | 24 in | 609 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 6.2 in | 157.5 mm |
| Circumference | 114.4 in | 2904.7 mm |
| Revolutions | 554 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 315/50R24 Tire
How tall is a 315/50R24 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 315/50R24 tire is 36.4 inches
How wide is a 315/50R24 tire?
The width of a 315/50R24 tire is 315 mm, which is about 12.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 315/50R24 tire?
A 315/50R24 tire fits on a rim that is 24 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 315/50R24 tire mean?
The 50 in a 315/50R24 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 315/50R24
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 315/50R24:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 325/45R24 | 35.5″ (-2.5%) | 24 x 10.0-12.0 |
| 345/45R24 | 36.2″ (-0.5%) | 24 x n/a |
| 375/40R24 | 35.8″ (-1.6%) | 24 x 12.5-15.0 |