What does 355/50R20 mean?
355/50R20 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 355 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.
- 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
355/50R20 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 34 in | 863 mm |
Section Width | 14 in | 355 mm |
Rim Height | 20 in | 508 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7 in | 177.5 mm |
Circumference | 106.7 in | 2711.2 mm |
Revolutions | 593.6 revs/mile |
FAQ About 355/50R20 Tire
How tall is a 355/50R20 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 355/50R20 tire is 34 inches
How wide is a 355/50R20 tire?
The width of a 355/50R20 tire is 355 mm, which is about 14 inches.
What size rim fits a 355/50R20 tire?
A 355/50R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 355/50R20 tire mean?
The 50 in a 355/50R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 355/50R20
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 355/50R20:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/60R20 | 33.0″ (-2.9%) | 20 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/65R20 | 34.1″ (0.3%) | 20 x 7.0-9.5 |
285/60R20 | 33.5″ (-1.5%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/65R20 | 34.6″ (1.8%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
295/60R20 | 33.9″ (-0.3%) | 20 x 8.0-10.0 |
305/55R20 | 33.2″ (-2.4%) | 20 x 8.5-10.0 |
305/60R20 | 34.4″ (1.2%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
315/60R20 | 34.9″ (2.6%) | 20 x 8.5-11.0 |
335/55R20 | 34.5″ (1.5%) | 20 x n/a |
375/45R20 | 33.3″ (-2.1%) | 20 x n/a |