255/40R17 in Inches

A 255/40R17 tire has a 25-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25x10R17.

255/40R17 Tire Size
10"
25"
255/40R17 Tire Size in Inches
255/40R17 Tire Circumference
78.6"
17"
4"
805.7 revs/mile

255/40R17 Tire Overview

Height
25 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
78.6 inches
Sidewall Height
4 inches
Revolutions
805.7 per mile
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What does 255/40R17 mean?

255/40R17 tire size meaning in inches

255/40R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 255 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.
  • 40 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.

255/40R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25 in635.8 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height4 in102 mm
Circumference78.6 in1997.4 mm
Revolutions805.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/40R17 Tire

How tall is a 255/40R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/40R17 tire is 25 inches

How wide is a 255/40R17 tire?

The width of a 255/40R17 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/40R17 tire?

A 255/40R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 255/40R17 tire mean?

The 40 in a 255/40R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/40R17

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 255/40R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
145/70R1725.0″ (Equal)17 x n/a
225/45R1725.0″ (Equal)17 x 7.0-8.5
115/95R1725.6″ (2.4%)17 x n/a
125/80R1724.9″ (-0.4%)17 x 3.0-4.0
135/70R1724.4″ (-2.4%)17 x n/a
135/80R1725.5″ (2.0%)17 x n/a
155/70R1725.5″ (2.0%)17 x n/a
175/55R1724.6″ (-1.6%)17 x 5.0-6.0
185/50R1724.3″ (-2.8%)17 x 4.5-6.0
185/60R1725.7″ (2.8%)17 x n/a
195/50R1724.7″ (-1.2%)17 x n/a
195/55R1725.4″ (1.6%)17 x 5.5-7.0
205/45R1724.3″ (-2.8%)17 x 6.5-7.5
205/50R1725.1″ (0.4%)17 x 5.5-7.5
215/45R1724.6″ (-1.6%)17 x 7.0-8.0
215/50R1725.5″ (2.0%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/40R1724.4″ (-2.4%)17 x 8.0-9.5
235/45R1725.3″ (1.2%)17 x 7.5-9.0
245/40R1724.7″ (-1.2%)17 x 8.0-9.5
245/45R1725.7″ (2.8%)17 x 7.5-9.0
265/35R1724.3″ (-2.8%)17 x 9.0-10.5
265/40R1725.3″ (1.2%)17 x 9.0-10.5
275/35R1724.6″ (-1.6%)17 x 9.0-11.0
275/40R1725.7″ (2.8%)17 x 9.0-11.0
285/35R1724.9″ (-0.4%)17 x n/a
295/35R1725.1″ (0.4%)17 x n/a
305/35R1725.4″ (1.6%)17 x n/a
315/35R1725.7″ (2.8%)17 x 10.5-12.5