235/70 R17
What size is 235/70 R17?
235/70 R17 has an overall diameter of about 29.95 in, a section width of 9.25 in and a sidewall height of 6.48 in. It turns roughly 673 times per mile. Below are the exact figures plus in-tolerance plus/minus sizes you can switch to safely.
- Overall diameter: 29.95 in.
- Section width: 9.25 in.
- Sidewall height: 6.48 in.
- Revolutions: 418 /km · 673 /mi.
- In-tolerance sizes: 235/65 R18 (+0.2%).
Fitment verdict
235/65 R18 stays within the configured tolerance for 235/70 R17: +0.2% diameter and +0.2% speedometer effect.
| Metric | This size: 235/70 R17 | Alternative: 235/65 R18 | Difference | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter | 29.95 in | 30.03 in | +0.2% | Within tolerance |
| Section width | 9.25 in | 9.25 in | 0.00 in | Computed difference |
| Sidewall height | 6.48 in | 6.01 in | -0.46 in | Computed difference |
| Circumference | 94.10 in | 94.33 in | +0.2% | Within tolerance |
| Speedo | 0.0% | +0.2% | +0.2% | Within tolerance |
Seasonal check
Planning a long summer drive?
Use the budget and running-cost tools before a trip, especially if the current tyres are worn or the replacement size changes diameter.
Specification
| Overall diameter | 29.95 in |
|---|---|
| Section width | 9.25 in |
| Sidewall height | 6.48 in |
| Circumference | 94.10 in |
| Revolutions | 418 /km · 673 /mi |
In-tolerance sizes
Alternative sizes that stay within the safe diameter tolerance:
| Size | Diameter | Speedo | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/65 R18 | +0.2% | +0.2% | ✓ OK |
| 255/50 R20 | +0.3% | +0.3% | ✓ OK |
| 255/65 R17 | +0.3% | +0.3% | ✓ OK |
| 285/35 R22 | -0.3% | -0.3% | ✓ OK |
| 275/45 R20 | -0.7% | -0.7% | ✓ OK |
| 305/40 R20 | -1.2% | -1.2% | ✓ OK |
| 245/60 R18 | -1.3% | -1.3% | ✓ OK |
| 265/40 R22 | +1.3% | +1.3% | ✓ OK |
| 245/65 R17 | -1.4% | -1.4% | ✓ OK |
| 265/45 R21 | +1.5% | +1.5% | ✓ OK |
| 245/70 R16 | -1.5% | -1.5% | ✓ OK |
| 265/50 R20 | +1.6% | +1.6% | ✓ OK |
Compare sizes
- Within tolerance · Diameter +0.2%.
- Speedo @ 60: 60 mph → 60.1 mph.
- Sidewall -0.46 in · Width +0.00 in.
How this result is calculated
Computed from nominal tire-size geometry: diameter, circumference and speedometer error. It does not check wheel-arch, suspension or brake clearance.
Methodology- Diameter
- 29.95 in 30.03 in+0.07 in
- Sidewall
- 6.48 in 6.01 in-0.46 in
- Width
- 9.25 in 9.25 in+0.00 in
- Circumference
- 94.10 in 94.33 in+0.2%
- Revs / mile
- 673 672
- Speedo @ 60
- 60 mph 60.1 mph+0.2%
- Current —
235/70 R17 - New —
235/65 R18 - Grounded to the road: the axle rises +0.04 in.
Result report
235/70 R17 235/65 R18 · Within tolerance
Use this size when shopping: 235/65 R18
Geometric estimate. Always verify physical clearance (arches, suspension, brakes) before fitting.
Safe alternative sizes
| Size | Diameter | Speedo @ 100 | Use this |
|---|---|---|---|
−1″ 295/60R16 | -0.1% | -0.1% | |
OE 235/70R17 | +0.0% | +0.0% | |
+1″ 275/55R18 | -0.1% | -0.1% | |
+2″ 185/75R19 | -0.1% | -0.1% |
More tools
- How to read a tire size
- Plus sizing guide
- Speedometer error guide
- 235mm Section width guide
- /70 Aspect ratio guide
- Rim diameter 17"
- Load index chart
- Speed rating chart
- Rim width and tyre fitment guide
- Wheel offset guide
- Wheel spacers guide
- Tyre pressure for heavy loads and towing
What changed
- Reviewed deterministic geometry, load/speed references, sitemap inclusion and localized page shell.