245/55R18 in Inches

A 245/55R18 tire has a 28.6-inch diameter, a 9.6-inch width, and is designed for a 18-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.6x9.6R18.

245/55R18 Tire Size
9.6"
28.6"
245/55R18 Tire Size in Inches
245/55R18 Tire Circumference
89.9"
18"
5.3"
704.9 revs/mile

245/55R18 Tire Overview

Height
28.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
18 inches
Tire Width
9.6 inches
Circumference
89.9 inches
Sidewall Height
5.3 inches
Revolutions
704.9 per mile
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What does 245/55R18 mean?

245/55R18 tire size meaning in inches

245/55R18 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 245 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.
  • 18 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

245/55R18 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.6 in726.7 mm
Section Width9.6 in245 mm
Rim Height18 in457 mm
Sidewall Height5.3 in134.8 mm
Circumference89.9 in2283 mm
Revolutions704.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 245/55R18 Tire

How tall is a 245/55R18 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 245/55R18 tire is 28.6 inches

How wide is a 245/55R18 tire?

The width of a 245/55R18 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 245/55R18 tire?

A 245/55R18 tire fits on a rim that is 18 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 245/55R18 tire mean?

The 55 in a 245/55R18 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/55R18

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 245/55R18:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
225/60R1828.6″ (Equal)18 x 6.0-8.0
155/80R1827.8″ (-2.8%)18 x n/a
155/85R1828.4″ (-0.7%)18 x n/a
155/90R1829.0″ (1.4%)18 x n/a
175/80R1829.0″ (1.4%)18 x n/a
235/55R1828.2″ (-1.4%)18 x 6.5-8.5
235/60R1829.1″ (1.7%)18 x 6.5-8.5
255/50R1828.0″ (-2.1%)18 x 7.0-9.0
255/55R1829.0″ (1.4%)18 x 7.0-9.0
265/50R1828.4″ (-0.7%)18 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1828.8″ (0.7%)18 x 7.5-9.5
285/45R1828.1″ (-1.7%)18 x 9.0-10.5
285/50R1829.2″ (2.1%)18 x 8.0-10.0
295/45R1828.5″ (-0.3%)18 x 9.5-11.0
305/45R1828.8″ (0.7%)18 x 9.5-11.5
315/40R1827.9″ (-2.4%)18 x 10.5-12.5