285/55R20 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 32.34 in | 822 mm |
| Section width | 11.22 in | 285 mm |
| Sidewall height | 6.17 in | 156.8 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 20 in | 508 mm |
| Circumference | 101.6 in | 2,581 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 623.6 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 285 × 55% = 156.8 mm ÷ 25.4 | 6.17 in |
| Overall height | 20 + 2 × 6.17 | 32.34 in |
| Width | 285 mm ÷ 25.4 | 11.22 in |
| Circumference | π × 32.34 | 101.6 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 101.6 | 623.6 |
With a 6.2 in sidewall this is a tall sidewall with more cushion and flex. 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 285/55R20, 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 | 295/55R20 (compare) | 32.8 in | +1.3% | 60.8 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 275/55R20 (compare) | 31.9 in | -1.3% | 59.2 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 285/60R20 (compare) | 33.5 in | +3.5% | 62.1 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 285/50R20 (compare) | 31.2 in | -3.5% | 57.9 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 295/50R20 (compare) | 31.6 in | -2.3% | 58.6 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 275/60R20 (compare) | 33.0 in | +2.0% | 61.2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 285/60R19 (compare) | 32.5 in | +0.4% | +0 mm |
| 305/55R19 (compare) | 32.2 in | -0.4% | +20 mm |
| 265/65R19 (compare) | 32.6 in | +0.7% | -20 mm |
| 255/65R19 (compare) | 32.1 in | -0.9% | -30 mm |
21 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 285/50R21 (compare) | 32.2 in | -0.4% | +0 mm |
| 265/55R21 (compare) | 32.5 in | +0.4% | -20 mm |
| 315/45R21 (compare) | 32.2 in | -0.6% | +30 mm |
| 295/50R21 (compare) | 32.6 in | +0.8% | +10 mm |
22 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 265/50R22 (compare) | 32.4 in | +0.3% | -20 mm |
| 295/45R22 (compare) | 32.5 in | +0.3% | +10 mm |
| 285/45R22 (compare) | 32.1 in | -0.8% | +0 mm |
| 255/50R22 (compare) | 32.0 in | -0.9% | -30 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 285/55R20 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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