295/55R15 in Inches

A 295/55R15 tire has a 27.8-inch diameter, a 11.6-inch width, and is designed for a 15-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 27.8x11.6R15.

295/55R15 Tire Size
11.6"
27.8"
295/55R15 Tire Size in Inches
295/55R15 Tire Circumference
87.3"
15"
6.4"
726.1 revs/mile

295/55R15 Tire Overview

Height
27.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
15 inches
Tire Width
11.6 inches
Circumference
87.3 inches
Sidewall Height
6.4 inches
Revolutions
726.1 per mile
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What does 295/55R15 mean?

295/55R15 tire size meaning in inches

295/55R15 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 295 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.
  • 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.

295/55R15 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter27.8 in705.5 mm
Section Width11.6 in295 mm
Rim Height15 in381 mm
Sidewall Height6.4 in162.3 mm
Circumference87.3 in2216.4 mm
Revolutions726.1 revs/mile
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FAQ About 295/55R15 Tire

How tall is a 295/55R15 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 295/55R15 tire is 27.8 inches

How wide is a 295/55R15 tire?

The width of a 295/55R15 tire is 295 mm, which is about 11.6 inches.

What size rim fits a 295/55R15 tire?

A 295/55R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 295/55R15 tire mean?

The 55 in a 295/55R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 295/55R15

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 295/55R15:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
325/50R1527.8″ (Equal)15 x 9.0-11.0
195/80R1527.3″ (-1.8%)15 x 5.0-6.5
205/75R1527.1″ (-2.5%)15 x 5.0-7.0
215/75R1527.7″ (-0.4%)15 x 5.5-7.0
215/80R1528.5″ (2.5%)15 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1527.4″ (-1.4%)15 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1528.3″ (1.8%)15 x 6.0-7.5
235/65R1527.0″ (-2.9%)15 x 6.5-n/a
235/70R1528.0″ (0.7%)15 x 6.0-8.0
245/65R1527.5″ (-1.1%)15 x n/a
245/70R1528.5″ (2.5%)15 x 6.5-8.0
255/60R1527.0″ (-2.9%)15 x 7.0-9.0
255/65R1528.1″ (1.1%)15 x 7.0-9.0
265/60R1527.5″ (-1.1%)15 x n/a
275/60R1528.0″ (0.7%)15 x 7.5-9.5
305/50R1527.0″ (-2.9%)15 x 8.5-11.0