285/60R17 in Inches

A 285/60R17 tire has a 30.5-inch diameter, a 11.2-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30.5x11.2R17.

285/60R17 Tire Size
11.2"
30.5"
285/60R17 Tire Size in Inches
285/60R17 Tire Circumference
95.7"
17"
6.7"
662 revs/mile

285/60R17 Tire Overview

Height
30.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
11.2 inches
Circumference
95.7 inches
Sidewall Height
6.7 inches
Revolutions
662 per mile
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What does 285/60R17 mean?

285/60R17 tire size meaning in inches

285/60R17 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.
  • 60 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.
  • 17 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

285/60R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30.5 in773.8 mm
Section Width11.2 in285 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height6.7 in171 mm
Circumference95.7 in2431 mm
Revolutions662 revs/mile
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FAQ About 285/60R17 Tire

How tall is a 285/60R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 285/60R17 tire is 30.5 inches

How wide is a 285/60R17 tire?

The width of a 285/60R17 tire is 285 mm, which is about 11.2 inches.

What size rim fits a 285/60R17 tire?

A 285/60R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 285/60R17 tire mean?

The 60 in a 285/60R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 285/60R17

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 285/60R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/70R1730.5″ (Equal)17 x 6.5-8.0
225/75R1730.3″ (-0.7%)17 x 6.0-7.5
235/70R1730.0″ (-1.6%)17 x 6.0-8.0
235/75R1730.9″ (1.3%)17 x 6.0-8.0
255/65R1730.1″ (-1.3%)17 x 7.0-8.5
255/70R1731.1″ (2.0%)17 x 6.5-8.5
265/65R1730.6″ (0.3%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/60R1730.0″ (-1.6%)17 x 7.5-9.5
275/65R1731.1″ (2.0%)17 x 7.5-9.5
305/60R1731.4″ (3.0%)17 x n/a