275/50R21 in Inches

A 275/50R21 tire has a 31.8-inch diameter, a 10.8-inch width, and is designed for a 21-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 31.8x10.8R21.

275/50R21 Tire Size
10.8"
31.8"
275/50R21 Tire Size in Inches
275/50R21 Tire Circumference
100"
21"
5.4"
633.7 revs/mile

275/50R21 Tire Overview

Height
31.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
21 inches
Tire Width
10.8 inches
Circumference
100 inches
Sidewall Height
5.4 inches
Revolutions
633.7 per mile
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What does 275/50R21 mean?

275/50R21 tire size meaning in inches

275/50R21 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 275 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.

275/50R21 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter31.8 in808.4 mm
Section Width10.8 in275 mm
Rim Height21 in533 mm
Sidewall Height5.4 in137.5 mm
Circumference100 in2539.7 mm
Revolutions633.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 275/50R21 Tire

How tall is a 275/50R21 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 275/50R21 tire is 31.8 inches

How wide is a 275/50R21 tire?

The width of a 275/50R21 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.

What size rim fits a 275/50R21 tire?

A 275/50R21 tire fits on a rim that is 21 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 275/50R21 tire mean?

The 50 in a 275/50R21 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/50R21

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 275/50R21:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
255/50R2131.0″ (-2.5%)21 x 7.0-9.0
285/45R2131.1″ (-2.2%)21 x 9.0-10.5
315/40R2130.9″ (-2.8%)21 x 10.5-12.5
315/45R2132.2″ (1.3%)21 x n/a
325/40R2131.2″ (-1.9%)21 x 11.0-13.0