255/55R19 in Inches

A 255/55R19 tire has a 30-inch diameter, a 10-inch width, and is designed for a 19-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30x10R19.

255/55R19 Tire Size
10"
30"
255/55R19 Tire Size in Inches
255/55R19 Tire Circumference
94.4"
19"
5.5"
671.3 revs/mile

255/55R19 Tire Overview

Height
30 inches
Wheel Diameter
19 inches
Tire Width
10 inches
Circumference
94.4 inches
Sidewall Height
5.5 inches
Revolutions
671.3 per mile
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What does 255/55R19 mean?

255/55R19 tire size meaning in inches

255/55R19 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.
  • 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.
  • 19 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

255/55R19 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30 in763.1 mm
Section Width10 in255 mm
Rim Height19 in482 mm
Sidewall Height5.5 in140.3 mm
Circumference94.4 in2397.3 mm
Revolutions671.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 255/55R19 Tire

How tall is a 255/55R19 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 255/55R19 tire is 30 inches

How wide is a 255/55R19 tire?

The width of a 255/55R19 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.

What size rim fits a 255/55R19 tire?

A 255/55R19 tire fits on a rim that is 19 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 255/55R19 tire mean?

The 55 in a 255/55R19 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/55R19

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 255/55R19:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
175/80R1930.0″ (Equal)19 x n/a
165/90R1930.7″ (2.3%)19 x n/a
235/55R1929.2″ (-2.7%)19 x 6.5-8.5
235/60R1930.1″ (0.3%)19 x 6.5-8.5
245/55R1929.6″ (-1.3%)19 x 7.0-8.5
265/50R1929.4″ (-2.0%)19 x 7.5-9.5
265/55R1930.5″ (1.7%)19 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1929.8″ (-0.7%)19 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R1930.9″ (3.0%)19 x 7.5-9.5
285/45R1929.1″ (-3.0%)19 x 9.0-10.5
295/45R1929.5″ (-1.7%)19 x 9.5-11.0