What size tires will fit on my 17-inch rims?
Tire Sizes by Wheel Diameter
| 17″ Options | ||
|---|---|---|
| 195/45-17 | 235/60-17 | 255/85-17 |
| 205/40-17 | 235/65-17 | 265/40-17 |
| 205/45-17 | 235/70-17 | 265/60-17 |
| 205/50-17 | 235/75-17 | 265/65-17 |
What does 17 mean on a tire?
After the letter R, a number that indicates the wheel size where it fits. So for the example, P225/45R17 91V, R17 means the tire is made of radial-ply construction and that it fits a 17-inch rim. It’s a common knowledge for car owners that tires only fit a wheel that has an identical inner diameter with it.
What is the most common 17-inch tire size?
The most popular 17″ tires
- 215/55R17.
- 225/45R17.
- 225/65R17.
- 265/70R17.
What size tire is a 70R17?
275/70R17 tires have a diameter of 32.2″, a section width of 10.8″, and a wheel diameter of 17″. The circumference is 101.0″ and they have 627 revolutions per mile. Generally they are approved to be mounted on 7-8.5″ wide wheels.
How wide is 215 45R17?
215/45R17 Conversion
| Metric | Inches | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Diameter (Tire Height) | 626 mm | 24.6″ |
| Tread Width | 215 mm | 8.5″ |
| Rim Diameter | 431.8 mm | 17″ |
| Sidewall Height | 97 mm | 3.8″ |
What does 97 V mean in a tire?
Wheel diameter is the size of the wheel that the tire is intended to fit on. 97 = Load Index. Load Index indicates the maximum load carrying capacity of the tire. It is very important to only install tires with a load index that meets or exceeds your vehicle manufacturer’s specification. V = Speed Rating.
What size tire is 225 55R17?
225/55R17 Conversion
| Metric | Inches | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Diameter (Tire Height) | 680 mm | 26.8″ |
| Tread Width | 225 mm | 8.9″ |
| Rim Diameter | 431.8 mm | 17″ |
| Sidewall Height | 124 mm | 4.9″ |
How tall is a 205 45R17?
205/45R17 tires are 24.3″ tall, have a section width of 8.1″, and fit wheels with a diameter of 17. The circumference is 76.2″ that translates into 832 revolutions per mile.
What does 215 45R17 87w mean?
It represents the height of the tire — the distance between the outer edge of the wheel and the tread of the tire. This distance is measured as a percentage of the section width. In the example set (P215/45R17), the sidewall height is 45% of the tire width. Since the width was 215 mm, 45% of that is 97 mm.