Rim Width Tire Size

…The Rim Width Range For A Tire? Much like your foot can sometimes fit in a half size up or down shoe, tires have a range of rim widths they can be mounted on while still performing as designed. Likewise, similarly to how a person typically knows their "shoe size," tires have a measuring rim width…

…overall wheel and tire diameter, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. Plus Sizing's biggest risks stem from accidental encounters with potholes, curbs and debris on the road. Low profile tire sidewalls can be pinched more easily between the road and the rim because shorter sidewalls…

…or installing tires in our service center, Tire Rack will mount tires on wheels outside the tire size's recommended rim width range at the customer's request for track and competition, or off-road use only. These combinations outside the tire manufacturer’s recommended rim width range are not…

…Width For A Tire? Measuring Rim Width The measuring rim width is the industry standardized rim width upon which the tire must be mounted in order to confirm it meets its dimensional targets. Because the width of the rim will influence the width of the tire, a standard rim width for every tire size…

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…while later tires offered a "lower" profile equivalent to an 80-series. These tires typically featured tread widths ranging from 3.5" for the smallest 13" rim diameter tires to about 5.5" for the largest 15" rim diameter tires. To convert numeric sizes to today's P-metric sizes, it is important…

…Tire Section Width is Dependent on Wheel Width All tire sizes are assigned specific rim widths upon which they are measured (measuring rim), as well as can often be mounted on slightly narrower or wider wheels (rim width range). Therefore, it is important to note that actual tire section width will…

…signifies the tire is a "Commercial" tire intended to be used on vans or delivery trucks that are capable of carrying heavy loads. ST = If a tire size begins with "ST," it signifies the tire is a "Special Trailer Service" size that was designed to only be used on trailers. Section Width Following…

…tire's section width is influenced by the width of the rim upon which the tire is mounted, the correct industry assigned measuring rim width for the tire size being measured must be used. The width of a tire mounted on a narrow rim would be "narrower" than if the same tire was mounted on a wide rim.…

…selection of substitute sizes, a system called "Plus Sizing" was developed. We use Plus Sizing to take into account the diameters of the available tires and the wheels, and then help select the appropriate tire width that ensures adequate load capacity. Maintaining the tire's overall diameter helps…

…Tire Flat-Spotting? What Is Temporary Tire Flat-Spotting? What Is The Measuring Rim Width For A Tire? What Is The Revolutions Per Mile Of A Tire? What Is The Rim Width Range For A Tire? What Is The Section Width Of A Tire? What Is The Tread Depth Of A Tire? What Is Tire Registration? What Is Tire…

…and large rim diameter tires enhance a vehicle's looks and performance when used to replace most Original Equipment tires. While they offer all-season versatility, including traction in light snow, tire sizes featuring extremely wide tread widths may limit the traction this type of tire can provide…

…and large rim diameter tires enhance a vehicle's looks and performance when used to replace most Original Equipment tires. While they offer all-season versatility, including traction in light snow, tire sizes featuring extremely wide tread widths may limit the traction this type of tire can provide…

…applications, the rim protectors will also help shield the tire and wheel bead area from debris, as well as resist damage inflicted by rocks, tree stumps and other off-road obstacles. Photo #4 - Scuff Guard Tires featuring one or more raised rib(s) at their maximum section width (Photo #4) are often…

…overall wheel and tire diameter, keeping odometer and speedometer changes negligible. Plus Sizing's biggest risks stem from accidental encounters with potholes, curbs and debris on the road. Low profile tire sidewalls can be pinched more easily between the road and the rim because shorter sidewalls…