235/65R17 in Inches

A 235/65R17 tire has a 29-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 29x9.3R17.

235/65R17 Tire Size
9.3"
29"
235/65R17 Tire Size in Inches
235/65R17 Tire Circumference
91.2"
17"
6"
694.8 revs/mile

235/65R17 Tire Overview

Height
29 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
91.2 inches
Sidewall Height
6 inches
Revolutions
694.8 per mile
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What does 235/65R17 mean?

235/65R17 tire size meaning in inches

235/65R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 235 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.
  • 65 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

235/65R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter29 in737.3 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height6 in152.8 mm
Circumference91.2 in2316.3 mm
Revolutions694.8 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/65R17 Tire

How tall is a 235/65R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/65R17 tire is 29 inches

How wide is a 235/65R17 tire?

The width of a 235/65R17 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/65R17 tire?

A 235/65R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 65 in a 235/65R17 tire mean?

The 65 in a 235/65R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/65R17

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 235/65R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
255/60R1729.0″ (Equal)17 x 7.0-9.0
165/90R1728.7″ (-1.0%)17 x n/a
175/90R1729.4″ (1.4%)17 x n/a
215/70R1728.9″ (-0.3%)17 x 5.5-7.0
225/65R1728.5″ (-1.7%)17 x 6.0-8.0
225/70R1729.4″ (1.4%)17 x 6.0-7.5
245/60R1728.6″ (-1.4%)17 x 7.0-8.5
245/65R1729.5″ (1.7%)17 x 7.0-8.5
265/55R1728.5″ (-1.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5
265/60R1729.5″ (1.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R1728.9″ (-0.3%)17 x 7.5-9.5
315/45R1728.2″ (-2.8%)17 x 10.0-12.0