265/70 R17
What size is 265/70 R17?
265/70 R17 has an overall diameter of about 31.61 in, a section width of 10.43 in and a sidewall height of 7.30 in. It turns roughly 638 times per mile. Below are the exact figures plus in-tolerance plus/minus sizes you can switch to safely.
- Overall diameter: 31.61 in.
- Section width: 10.43 in.
- Sidewall height: 7.30 in.
- Revolutions: 396 /km · 638 /mi.
- In-tolerance sizes: 305/40 R22 (+0.0%).
Fitment verdict
305/40 R22 stays within the configured tolerance for 265/70 R17: 0.0% diameter and 0.0% speedometer effect.
| Metric | This size: 265/70 R17 | Alternative: 305/40 R22 | Difference | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter | 31.61 in | 31.61 in | 0.0% | Within tolerance |
| Section width | 10.43 in | 12.01 in | +1.57 in | Computed difference |
| Sidewall height | 7.30 in | 4.80 in | -2.50 in | Computed difference |
| Circumference | 99.29 in | 99.29 in | 0.0% | Within tolerance |
| Speedo | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 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 | 31.61 in |
|---|---|
| Section width | 10.43 in |
| Sidewall height | 7.30 in |
| Circumference | 99.29 in |
| Revolutions | 396 /km · 638 /mi |
In-tolerance sizes
Alternative sizes that stay within the safe diameter tolerance:
| Size | Diameter | Speedo | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 305/40 R22 | +0.0% | +0.0% | ✓ OK |
| 265/65 R18 | -0.1% | -0.1% | ✓ OK |
| 275/45 R22 | +0.4% | +0.4% | ✓ OK |
| 285/60 R18 | -0.4% | -0.4% | ✓ OK |
| 275/55 R20 | +1.0% | +1.0% | ✓ OK |
| 285/50 R20 | -1.2% | -1.2% | ✓ OK |
| 275/65 R18 | +1.5% | +1.5% | ✓ OK |
| 285/45 R22 | +1.6% | +1.6% | ✓ OK |
| 31x10.50 R15 | -1.9% | -1.9% | ✓ OK |
| 31x10.50 R16 | -1.9% | -1.9% | ✓ OK |
| 285/40 R22 | -2.0% | -2.0% | ✓ OK |
| 275/55 R19 | -2.2% | -2.2% | ✓ OK |
Compare sizes
- Within tolerance · Diameter +0.0%.
- Speedo @ 60: 60 mph → 60.0 mph.
- Sidewall -2.50 in · Width +1.57 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
- 31.61 in 31.61 in+0.00 in
- Sidewall
- 7.30 in 4.80 in-2.50 in
- Width
- 10.43 in 12.01 in+1.57 in
- Circumference
- 99.29 in 99.29 in+0.0%
- Revs / mile
- 638 638
- Speedo @ 60
- 60 mph 60.0 mph+0.0%
- Current —
265/70 R17 - New —
305/40 R22 - Grounded to the road: the axle rises +0.00 in.
Result report
265/70 R17 305/40 R22 · Within tolerance
Use this size when shopping: 305/40 R22
Geometric estimate. Always verify physical clearance (arches, suspension, brakes) before fitting.
Safe alternative sizes
| Size | Diameter | Speedo @ 100 | Use this |
|---|---|---|---|
−1″ 305/65R16 | +0.0% | +0.0% | |
OE 265/70R17 | +0.0% | +0.0% | |
+1″ 345/50R18 | -0.1% | -0.1% | |
+2″ 355/45R19 | -0.1% | -0.1% |
More tools
- How to read a tire size
- Plus sizing guide
- Speedometer error guide
- 265mm 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.