Tire Size | Diameter | Rim (H x W) |
215/40R16 | 22.8″ (+2.6%) | 16″ x 7.0-8.5″ |
245/35R16 | 22.8″ (+2.6%) | 16″ x 8.0-9.5″ |
165/45R17 | 22.8″ (+2.6%) | 17″ x n/a |
165/50R16 | 22.5″ (+1.3%) | 16″ x 4.5-6.0″ |
205/40R16 | 22.5″ (+1.3%) | 16″ x 7.0-8.0″ |
135/60R16 | 22.4″ (+0.9%) | 16″ x n/a |
115/70R16 | 22.3″ (+0.4%) | 16″ x n/a |
195/40R16 | 22.1″ (-0.5%) | 16″ x 6.5-7.5″ |
185/35R17 | 22.1″ (-0.5%) | 17″ x n/a |
215/35R16 | 21.9″ (-1.4%) | 16″ x 7.0-8.5″ |
165/45R16 | 21.8″ (-1.8%) | 16″ x 5.0-6.0″ |
165/40R17 In Inches – Tire Size & Rim Fitment Guide
What tire size is 165/40R17 in Inches?
The 165/40R17 tire has an overall diameter of 22.2 inches, a section width of 6.5 inches, and can be mounted on 17 inches height of rim. The equivalent tire size in the high flotation system is 22.2x6.5R17.
Inches | Millimeters | |
Tire Diameter | 22.2 | 563.8 |
Section Width | 6.5 | 165 |
Rim Height | 17 | 432 |
Sidewall Height | 2.6 | 66 |
Circumference | 69.7 | 1771.2 |
To make it clear, we'll break down each part of the 165/40R17 tire size to know what these numbers represent & how they may affect your tire's performance:
How big is a 165/40R17 tire?
A 165/40R17 tire has a height of 22.2 inches (563.8 mm). This is the measurement from the bottom to the highest point at the top of a tire through its exact center when inflated and unloaded.
How wide is a 165/40R17 tire?
The 165/40R17 tire has a width of 6.5 inches (165 mm). This is the measurement at its thickest point, the distance between the outer sidewall and the inner sidewall’s widest point, also called as tread width or section width.
You can put a slightly narrower or wider tire on a rim as long as it falls within the manufacturer's recommended tire width range.
165/40R17 sidewall height
The 165/40R17 has a sidewall height of 2.6 inches (66 mm). It’s measured from the rim to the outer edge of the tire's tread, expressed as a percentage of tire width.
What size rim do I need for 165/40R17 tire?
You can mount the 165/40R17 tire on a rim with a height of 17 inches.
Putting very narrow tires on wide rims or vice versa can result in reduced performance of the tire.
165/40R17 circumference
The 165/40R17 tire has a circumference of 69.7 inches (1771.2 mm), This is the measurement of the distance the tire travels in one revolution.
The tire circumference is important for your vehicle's overall performance, affecting its speedometer acceleration, accuracy and fuel efficiency.
165/40R17 Revolutions
The 165/40R17 performs 908.6 revs/mile. Revolutions per mile indicate the number of times a tire rotates while it covers the distance of one mile.
Compatible Tire Sizes for 165/40R17
As a rule, you can replace the tire within a 3% difference in tire diameter (height) of the OEM tire size. However, it should be considered as a general guideline, not a hard and fast rule. Here is a list of compatible tire sizes for 165/40R17:
More tire sizes for 17" Wheel:
24" Tire Diameter
- 125/80R17 = 24.9x4.9R17
- 135/70R17 = 24.5x5.3R17
- 175/55R17 = 24.6x6.9R17
- 185/50R17 = 24.3x7.3R17
- 195/50R17 = 24.7x7.7R17
- 205/45R17 = 24.3x8.1R17
- 215/45R17 = 24.6x8.5R17
- 225/40R17 = 24.1x8.9R17
- 235/40R17 = 24.4x9.3R17
- 245/40R17 = 24.7x9.6R17
- 265/35R17 = 24.3x10.4R17
- 275/35R17 = 24.6x10.8R17
- 285/35R17 = 24.9x11.2R17
25" Tire Diameter
- 115/95R17 = 25.6x4.5R17
- 135/80R17 = 25.5x5.3R17
- 145/70R17 = 25x5.7R17
- 155/70R17 = 25.6x6.1R17
- 185/60R17 = 25.7x7.3R17
- 195/55R17 = 25.4x7.7R17
- 205/50R17 = 25.1x8.1R17
- 205/55R17 = 25.9x8.1R17
- 215/50R17 = 25.5x8.5R17
- 225/45R17 = 25x8.9R17
- 225/50R17 = 25.9x8.9R17
- 235/45R17 = 25.4x9.3R17
- 245/45R17 = 25.7x9.6R17
- 255/40R17 = 25x10R17
- 265/40R17 = 25.4x10.4R17
- 275/40R17 = 25.7x10.8R17
- 295/35R17 = 25.1x11.6R17
- 305/35R17 = 25.4x12R17
- 315/35R17 = 25.7x12.4R17
26" Tire Diameter
- 135/90R17 = 26.6x5.3R17
- 145/80R17 = 26.1x5.7R17
- 155/80R17 = 26.8x6.1R17
- 165/70R17 = 26.1x6.5R17
- 205/60R17 = 26.7x8.1R17
- 215/55R17 = 26.3x8.5R17
- 225/55R17 = 26.8x8.9R17
- 235/50R17 = 26.3x9.3R17
- 245/50R17 = 26.7x9.6R17
- 255/45R17 = 26.1x10R17
- 285/40R17 = 26x11.2R17
- 295/40R17 = 26.3x11.6R17
- 335/35R17 = 26.2x13.2R17
27" Tire Diameter
*Disclaimer: Please note that our tire dimensions & measurements are an approximation number, while the tire manufacturers may have different ways in calculating or rounding numbers. We recommend referring to the vehicle manufacturer's manual or checking with the tire technician to find out the correct tire size for your vehicle.