315/70R17 in Inches

A 315/70R17 tire has a 34.4-inch diameter, a 12.4-inch width, and is designed for a 17-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 34.4x12.4R17.

315/70R17 Tire Size
12.4"
34.4"
315/70R17 Tire Size in Inches
315/70R17 Tire Circumference
108"
17"
8.7"
586.9 revs/mile

315/70R17 Tire Overview

Height
34.4 inches
Wheel Diameter
17 inches
Tire Width
12.4 inches
Circumference
108 inches
Sidewall Height
8.7 inches
Revolutions
586.9 per mile
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What does 315/70R17 mean?

315/70R17 tire size meaning in inches

315/70R17 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 315 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.
  • 70 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.

315/70R17 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter34.4 in872.8 mm
Section Width12.4 in315 mm
Rim Height17 in431 mm
Sidewall Height8.7 in220.5 mm
Circumference108 in2742 mm
Revolutions586.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 315/70R17 Tire

How tall is a 315/70R17 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 315/70R17 tire is 34.4 inches

How wide is a 315/70R17 tire?

The width of a 315/70R17 tire is 315 mm, which is about 12.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 315/70R17 tire?

A 315/70R17 tire fits on a rim that is 17 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 315/70R17 tire mean?

The 70 in a 315/70R17 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 315/70R17

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 315/70R17:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
295/75R1734.4″ (Equal)17 x n/a
275/80R1734.3″ (-0.3%)17 x n/a
285/75R1733.8″ (-1.7%)17 x 7.5-9.5
305/70R1733.8″ (-1.7%)17 x 8.0-9.5
325/70R1734.9″ (1.5%)17 x 8.5-10.0