215/40R18 in Inches

A 215/40R18 tire has a 24.8-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 18-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24.8x8.5R18.

215/40R18 Tire Size
8.5"
24.8"
215/40R18 Tire Size in Inches
215/40R18 Tire Circumference
77.8"
18"
3.4"
814.2 revs/mile

215/40R18 Tire Overview

Height
24.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
18 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
77.8 inches
Sidewall Height
3.4 inches
Revolutions
814.2 per mile
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What does 215/40R18 mean?

215/40R18 tire size meaning in inches

215/40R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 215 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.
  • 40 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.
  • 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

215/40R18 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24.8 in629.2 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height18 in457 mm
Sidewall Height3.4 in86 mm
Circumference77.8 in1976.7 mm
Revolutions814.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/40R18 Tire

How tall is a 215/40R18 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/40R18 tire is 24.8 inches

How wide is a 215/40R18 tire?

The width of a 215/40R18 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/40R18 tire?

A 215/40R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 215/40R18 tire mean?

The 40 in a 215/40R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/40R18

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 215/40R18:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/35R1824.8″ (Equal)18 x 8.0-9.5
125/70R1824.9″ (0.4%)18 x n/a
135/60R1824.4″ (-1.6%)18 x n/a
135/70R1825.4″ (2.4%)18 x n/a
145/65R1825.4″ (2.4%)18 x n/a
155/60R1825.3″ (2.0%)18 x n/a
175/45R1824.2″ (-2.4%)18 x n/a
205/40R1824.5″ (-1.2%)18 x 7.0-8.0
205/45R1825.3″ (2.0%)18 x 6.5-7.5
225/35R1824.2″ (-2.4%)18 x 7.5-9.0
225/40R1825.1″ (1.2%)18 x 7.5-9.0
235/35R1824.5″ (-1.2%)18 x 8.0-9.5
235/40R1825.4″ (2.4%)18 x 8.0-9.5
255/35R1825.0″ (0.8%)18 x 8.5-10.0
265/30R1824.3″ (-2.0%)18 x 9.0-10.0
265/35R1825.3″ (2.0%)18 x 9.0-10.5
285/30R1824.7″ (-0.4%)18 x 9.5-10.5
295/30R1825.0″ (0.8%)18 x 10.0-11.0
305/30R1825.2″ (1.6%)18 x 10.5-11.5
315/30R1825.4″ (2.4%)18 x 10.5-11.5