215/70R14 in Inches

A 215/70R14 tire has a 25.9-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 14-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25.9x8.5R14.

215/70R14 Tire Size
8.5"
25.9"
215/70R14 Tire Size in Inches
215/70R14 Tire Circumference
81.2"
14"
5.9"
780.2 revs/mile

215/70R14 Tire Overview

Height
25.9 inches
Wheel Diameter
14 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
81.2 inches
Sidewall Height
5.9 inches
Revolutions
780.2 per mile
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What does 215/70R14 mean?

215/70R14 tire size meaning in inches

215/70R14 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.
  • 70 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.
  • 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

215/70R14 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25.9 in656.6 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height14 in355 mm
Sidewall Height5.9 in150.5 mm
Circumference81.2 in2062.8 mm
Revolutions780.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/70R14 Tire

How tall is a 215/70R14 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/70R14 tire is 25.9 inches

How wide is a 215/70R14 tire?

The width of a 215/70R14 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/70R14 tire?

A 215/70R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 215/70R14 tire mean?

The 70 in a 215/70R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/70R14

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 215/70R14:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
185/80R1425.7″ (-0.8%)14 x 4.5-6.0
195/75R1425.5″ (-1.5%)14 x 5.0-6.5
195/80R1426.3″ (1.5%)14 x 5.0-6.5
205/70R1425.3″ (-2.3%)14 x 5.0-7.0
205/75R1426.1″ (0.8%)14 x 5.0-7.0
225/70R1426.4″ (1.9%)14 x 6.0-7.5
245/60R1425.6″ (-1.2%)14 x 7.0-8.5
255/60R1426.0″ (0.4%)14 x 7.0-9.0
265/60R1426.5″ (2.3%)14 x 7.5-9.5