235/70R17 in Inches

A 235/70R17 tire has a 30-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30x9.3R17.

235/70R17 Tire Size
9.3"
30"
235/70R17 Tire Size in Inches
235/70R17 Tire Circumference
94.1"
17"
6.5"
673.3 revs/mile

235/70R17 Tire Overview

Height
30 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
94.1 inches
Sidewall Height
6.5 inches
Revolutions
673.3 per mile
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What does 235/70R17 mean?

235/70R17 tire size meaning in inches

235/70R17 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.
  • 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

235/70R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30 in760.8 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height6.5 in164.5 mm
Circumference94.1 in2390.1 mm
Revolutions673.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/70R17 Tire

How tall is a 235/70R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/70R17 tire is 30 inches

How wide is a 235/70R17 tire?

The width of a 235/70R17 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/70R17 tire?

A 235/70R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 235/70R17 tire mean?

The 70 in a 235/70R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/70R17

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 235/70R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
275/60R1730.0″ (Equal)17 x 7.5-9.5
175/90R1729.4″ (-2.0%)17 x n/a
225/70R1729.4″ (-2.0%)17 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1730.3″ (1.0%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/75R1730.9″ (3.0%)17 x 6.0-8.0
245/65R1729.5″ (-1.7%)17 x 7.0-8.5
245/70R1730.5″ (1.7%)17 x 6.5-8.0
255/65R1730.1″ (0.3%)17 x 7.0-8.5
265/60R1729.5″ (-1.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5
265/65R1730.6″ (2.0%)17 x 7.5-9.5
285/60R1730.5″ (1.7%)17 x 8.0-10.0