235/55R17 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 27.18 in | 690 mm |
| Section width | 9.25 in | 235 mm |
| Sidewall height | 5.09 in | 129.2 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 432 mm |
| Circumference | 85.4 in | 2,169 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 742.1 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 235 × 55% = 129.2 mm ÷ 25.4 | 5.09 in |
| Overall height | 17 + 2 × 5.09 | 27.18 in |
| Width | 235 mm ÷ 25.4 | 9.25 in |
| Circumference | π × 27.18 | 85.4 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 85.4 | 742.1 |
With a 5.1 in sidewall this is a medium sidewall: a balance of cushion and response. Real tires vary by brand and model, and the loaded radius under the vehicle is a bit smaller than this unloaded figure.
One step either way on a 17 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 235/55R17, plus what 60 mph on the speedometer would really be if you swapped to that size.
| Change | Size | Height | Height change | 60 mph shows as | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wider | 245/55R17 (compare) | 27.6 in | +1.6% | 61.0 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 225/55R17 (compare) | 26.7 in | -1.6% | 59.0 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 235/60R17 (compare) | 28.1 in | +3.4% | 62.0 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 235/50R17 (compare) | 26.3 in | -3.4% | 58.0 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 245/50R17 (compare) | 26.6 in | -2.0% | 58.8 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 225/60R17 (compare) | 27.6 in | +1.7% | 61.0 mph | Close match |
Calculated sizes within ±3% on other wheels
Plus and minus sizes that keep the overall height within about 3% (a rule of thumb from Discount Tire and 1010tires), widths within 30 mm. Calculated, not a list of tires on sale: check that a tire exists in that size.
16 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/60R16 (compare) | 27.1 in | -0.3% | +0 mm |
| 205/70R16 (compare) | 27.3 in | +0.4% | -30 mm |
| 255/55R16 (compare) | 27.0 in | -0.5% | +20 mm |
| 215/65R16 (compare) | 27.0 in | -0.6% | -20 mm |
18 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/50R18 (compare) | 27.3 in | +0.3% | +0 mm |
| 215/55R18 (compare) | 27.3 in | +0.5% | -20 mm |
| 255/45R18 (compare) | 27.0 in | -0.5% | +20 mm |
| 265/45R18 (compare) | 27.4 in | +0.8% | +30 mm |
19 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205/50R19 (compare) | 27.1 in | -0.4% | -30 mm |
| 255/40R19 (compare) | 27.0 in | -0.5% | +20 mm |
| 235/45R19 (compare) | 27.3 in | +0.6% | +0 mm |
| 265/40R19 (compare) | 27.3 in | +0.6% | +30 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 235/55R17 with another size · Convert to metric or find a 33 in size · Sizes that fit my wheel
Calculated from the size alone. Real tires vary a little by brand and model, and the loaded radius is a bit smaller. Confirm the wheel width range, clearance, load index and speed rating for your vehicle. See how to read a tire size, the load index chart and the speed rating chart.
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