245/60R15 in Inches

A 245/60R15 tire has a 26.6-inch diameter, a 9.6-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 26.6x9.6R15.

245/60R15 Tire Size
9.6"
26.6"
245/60R15 Tire Size in Inches
245/60R15 Tire Circumference
83.5"
15"
5.8"
758.9 revs/mile

245/60R15 Tire Overview

Height
26.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
9.6 inches
Circumference
83.5 inches
Sidewall Height
5.8 inches
Revolutions
758.9 per mile
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What does 245/60R15 mean?

245/60R15 tire size meaning in inches

245/60R15 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.
  • 60 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.
  • 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

245/60R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter26.6 in675 mm
Section Width9.6 in245 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height5.8 in147 mm
Circumference83.5 in2120.6 mm
Revolutions758.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 245/60R15 Tire

How tall is a 245/60R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 245/60R15 tire is 26.6 inches

How wide is a 245/60R15 tire?

The width of a 245/60R15 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 245/60R15 tire?

A 245/60R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 245/60R15 tire mean?

The 60 in a 245/60R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.

Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/60R15

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 245/60R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
295/50R1526.6″ (Equal)15 x 8.0-10.5
185/80R1526.7″ (0.4%)15 x 4.5-6.0
195/75R1526.5″ (-0.4%)15 x 5.0-7.0
195/80R1527.3″ (2.6%)15 x 5.0-6.5
205/70R1526.3″ (-1.1%)15 x 5.0-7.0
205/75R1527.1″ (1.9%)15 x 5.0-7.0
215/65R1526.0″ (-2.3%)15 x 6.0-7.5
215/70R1526.9″ (1.1%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/65R1526.5″ (-0.4%)15 x 6.0-8.0
235/60R1526.1″ (-1.9%)15 x 6.5-8.5
235/65R1527.0″ (1.5%)15 x 6.5-n/a
255/55R1526.0″ (-2.3%)15 x 7.0-9.0
255/60R1527.0″ (1.5%)15 x 7.0-9.0
275/55R1526.9″ (1.1%)15 x 7.5-9.5
285/50R1526.2″ (-1.5%)15 x 8.0-10.0
305/50R1527.0″ (1.5%)15 x 8.5-11.0