265/55R20 in Inches

A 265/55R20 tire has a 31.5-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 20-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 31.5x10.4R20.

265/55R20 Tire Size
10.4"
31.5"
265/55R20 Tire Size in Inches
265/55R20 Tire Circumference
98.9"
20"
5.7"
640.7 revs/mile

265/55R20 Tire Overview

Height
31.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
20 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
98.9 inches
Sidewall Height
5.7 inches
Revolutions
640.7 per mile
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What does 265/55R20 mean?

265/55R20 tire size meaning in inches

265/55R20 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 265 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.
  • 20 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

265/55R20 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter31.5 in799.5 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height20 in508 mm
Sidewall Height5.7 in145.8 mm
Circumference98.9 in2511.7 mm
Revolutions640.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/55R20 Tire

How tall is a 265/55R20 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/55R20 tire is 31.5 inches

How wide is a 265/55R20 tire?

The width of a 265/55R20 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/55R20 tire?

A 265/55R20 tire fits on a rim that is 20 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 265/55R20 tire mean?

The 55 in a 265/55R20 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/55R20

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 265/55R20:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/60R2031.1″ (-1.3%)20 x 6.5-8.5
245/60R2031.6″ (0.3%)20 x 7.0-8.5
255/55R2031.0″ (-1.6%)20 x 7.0-9.0
255/60R2032.0″ (1.6%)20 x 7.0-9.0
275/50R2030.8″ (-2.2%)20 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R2031.9″ (1.3%)20 x 7.5-9.5
285/50R2031.2″ (-1.0%)20 x 8.0-10.0
285/55R2032.3″ (2.5%)20 x 8.0-10.0
295/50R2031.6″ (0.3%)20 x 8.0-10.5
305/45R2030.8″ (-2.2%)20 x 9.5-11.5
305/50R2032.0″ (1.6%)20 x 8.5-11.0
315/50R2032.4″ (2.9%)20 x 8.5-11.0