285/45R20 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 30.10 in | 764 mm |
| Section width | 11.22 in | 285 mm |
| Sidewall height | 5.05 in | 128.2 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | 508 mm |
| Circumference | 94.6 in | 2,402 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 670.1 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 285 × 45% = 128.2 mm ÷ 25.4 | 5.05 in |
| Overall height | 20 + 2 × 5.05 | 30.10 in |
| Width | 285 mm ÷ 25.4 | 11.22 in |
| Circumference | π × 30.10 | 94.6 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 94.6 | 670.1 |
With a 5.0 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 20 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 285/45R20, 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 | 295/45R20 (compare) | 30.5 in | +1.2% | 60.7 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 275/45R20 (compare) | 29.7 in | -1.2% | 59.3 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 285/50R20 (compare) | 31.2 in | +3.7% | 62.2 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 285/40R20 (compare) | 29.0 in | -3.7% | 57.8 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 295/40R20 (compare) | 29.3 in | -2.7% | 58.4 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 275/50R20 (compare) | 30.8 in | +2.4% | 61.5 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.
19 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255/55R19 (compare) | 30.0 in | -0.2% | -30 mm |
| 315/45R19 (compare) | 30.2 in | +0.2% | +30 mm |
| 285/50R19 (compare) | 30.2 in | +0.4% | +0 mm |
| 275/50R19 (compare) | 29.8 in | -0.9% | -10 mm |
21 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 255/45R21 (compare) | 30.0 in | -0.2% | -30 mm |
| 285/40R21 (compare) | 30.0 in | -0.4% | +0 mm |
| 295/40R21 (compare) | 30.3 in | +0.6% | +10 mm |
| 265/45R21 (compare) | 30.4 in | +1.0% | -20 mm |
22 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 295/35R22 (compare) | 30.1 in | +0.1% | +10 mm |
| 255/40R22 (compare) | 30.0 in | -0.2% | -30 mm |
| 285/35R22 (compare) | 29.9 in | -0.8% | +0 mm |
| 265/40R22 (compare) | 30.3 in | +0.8% | -20 mm |
Try it with your numbers
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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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