285/40R23 in Inches

A 285/40R23 tire has a 32-inch diameter, a 11.2-inch width, and is designed for a 23-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 32x11.2R23.

285/40R23 Tire Size
11.2"
32"
285/40R23 Tire Size in Inches
285/40R23 Tire Circumference
100.5"
23"
4.5"
630.7 revs/mile

285/40R23 Tire Overview

Height
32 inches
Wheel Diameter
23 inches
Tire Width
11.2 inches
Circumference
100.5 inches
Sidewall Height
4.5 inches
Revolutions
630.7 per mile
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What does 285/40R23 mean?

285/40R23 tire size meaning in inches

285/40R23 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 285 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.
  • 23 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

285/40R23 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter32 in812.2 mm
Section Width11.2 in285 mm
Rim Height23 in584 mm
Sidewall Height4.5 in114 mm
Circumference100.5 in2551.6 mm
Revolutions630.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 285/40R23 Tire

How tall is a 285/40R23 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 285/40R23 tire is 32 inches

How wide is a 285/40R23 tire?

The width of a 285/40R23 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.

What size rim fits a 285/40R23 tire?

A 285/40R23 tire fits on a rim that is 23 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 285/40R23 tire mean?

The 40 in a 285/40R23 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/40R23

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 285/40R23:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
325/35R2332.0″ (Equal)23 x n/a
275/40R2331.7″ (-0.9%)23 x 9.0-11.0
295/35R2331.1″ (-2.8%)23 x 10.0-11.5
305/35R2331.4″ (-1.9%)23 x 10.0-12.0
305/40R2332.6″ (1.9%)23 x 10.0-12.0