What does 225/55R14 mean?
225/55R14 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 225 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.
- 55 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.
225/55R14 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 23.7 in | 603.1 mm |
| Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
| Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 4.9 in | 123.8 mm |
| Circumference | 74.6 in | 1894.7 mm |
| Revolutions | 849.4 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 225/55R14 Tire
How tall is a 225/55R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/55R14 tire is 23.7 inches
How wide is a 225/55R14 tire?
The width of a 225/55R14 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/55R14 tire?
A 225/55R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 225/55R14 tire mean?
The 55 in a 225/55R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/55R14
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 225/55R14:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 205/60R14 | 23.7″ (Equal) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 135/90R14 | 23.6″ (-0.4%) | 14 x n/a |
| 145/80R14 | 23.1″ (-2.5%) | 14 x 3.5-5.0 |
| 155/80R14 | 23.8″ (0.4%) | 14 x 4.0-5.0 |
| 165/70R14 | 23.1″ (-2.5%) | 14 x 4.0-5.5 |
| 165/80R14 | 24.4″ (3.0%) | 14 x 4.0-5.5 |
| 175/65R14 | 23.0″ (-3.0%) | 14 x 5.0-6.0 |
| 175/70R14 | 23.6″ (-0.4%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
| 175/75R14 | 24.3″ (2.5%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
| 185/65R14 | 23.5″ (-0.8%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
| 185/70R14 | 24.2″ (2.1%) | 14 x 4.5-6.0 |
| 195/60R14 | 23.2″ (-2.1%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 195/65R14 | 24.0″ (1.3%) | 14 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 215/60R14 | 24.2″ (2.1%) | 14 x 6.0-7.5 |
| 245/50R14 | 23.6″ (-0.4%) | 14 x 6.5-9.5 |
| 265/50R14 | 24.4″ (3.0%) | 14 x 7.0-10.0 |