255/50R21 in Inches

A 255/50R21 tire has a 31-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 21-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 31x10R21.

255/50R21 Tire Size
10"
31"
255/50R21 Tire Size in Inches
255/50R21 Tire Circumference
97.5"
21"
5"
649.8 revs/mile

255/50R21 Tire Overview

Height
31 inches
Wheel Diameter
21 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
97.5 inches
Sidewall Height
5 inches
Revolutions
649.8 per mile
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What does 255/50R21 mean?

255/50R21 tire size meaning in inches

255/50R21 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.
  • 50 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.
  • 21 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

255/50R21 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter31 in788.4 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height21 in533 mm
Sidewall Height5 in127.5 mm
Circumference97.5 in2476.8 mm
Revolutions649.8 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/50R21 Tire

How tall is a 255/50R21 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/50R21 tire is 31 inches

How wide is a 255/50R21 tire?

The width of a 255/50R21 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/50R21 tire?

A 255/50R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 255/50R21 tire mean?

The 50 in a 255/50R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/50R21

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 255/50R21:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
265/45R2130.4″ (-1.9%)21 x 8.5-10.0
275/45R2130.7″ (-1.0%)21 x 8.5-10.5
275/50R2131.8″ (2.6%)21 x 7.5-9.5
285/45R2131.1″ (0.3%)21 x 9.0-10.5
295/40R2130.3″ (-2.3%)21 x 10.0-11.5
315/40R2130.9″ (-0.3%)21 x 10.5-12.5
325/40R2131.2″ (0.6%)21 x 11.0-13.0