245/60R17 in Inches

A 245/60R17 tire has a 28.6-inch diameter, a 9.6-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.6x9.6R17.

245/60R17 Tire Size
9.6"
28.6"
245/60R17 Tire Size in Inches
245/60R17 Tire Circumference
89.8"
17"
5.8"
705.8 revs/mile

245/60R17 Tire Overview

Height
28.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
9.6 inches
Circumference
89.8 inches
Sidewall Height
5.8 inches
Revolutions
705.8 per mile
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What does 245/60R17 mean?

245/60R17 tire size meaning in inches

245/60R17 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

245/60R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.6 in725.8 mm
Section Width9.6 in245 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height5.8 in147 mm
Circumference89.8 in2280.2 mm
Revolutions705.8 revs/mile
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FAQ About 245/60R17 Tire

How tall is a 245/60R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 245/60R17 tire is 28.6 inches

How wide is a 245/60R17 tire?

The width of a 245/60R17 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 245/60R17 tire?

A 245/60R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 245/60R17 tire mean?

The 60 in a 245/60R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/60R17

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 245/60R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
155/90R1728.0″ (-2.1%)17 x n/a
165/90R1728.7″ (0.3%)17 x n/a
175/90R1729.4″ (2.8%)17 x n/a
215/65R1728.0″ (-2.1%)17 x 6.0-7.5
215/70R1728.9″ (1.0%)17 x 5.5-7.0
225/65R1728.5″ (-0.3%)17 x 6.0-8.0
225/70R1729.4″ (2.8%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/60R1728.1″ (-1.7%)17 x 6.5-8.5
235/65R1729.0″ (1.4%)17 x 6.5-8.5
255/55R1728.0″ (-2.1%)17 x 7.0-9.0
255/60R1729.0″ (1.4%)17 x 7.0-9.0
265/55R1728.5″ (-0.3%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1727.8″ (-2.8%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R1728.9″ (1.0%)17 x 7.5-9.5
305/45R1727.8″ (-2.8%)17 x 9.5-11.5
315/45R1728.2″ (-1.4%)17 x 10.0-12.0
345/40R1727.9″ (-2.4%)17 x 11.5-13.5