| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim (H x W) |
| 275/55R20 | 31.9″ (+2.8%) | 20″ x 7.5-9.5″ |
| 285/35R24 | 31.9″ (+2.8%) | 24″ x 9.5-11.0″ |
| 335/30R24 | 31.9″ (+2.8%) | 24″ x n/a |
| 275/50R21 | 31.8″ (+2.5%) | 21″ x 7.5-9.5″ |
| 295/25R26 | 31.8″ (+2.5%) | 26″ x 10.0-11.0″ |
| 275/45R22 | 31.7″ (+2.2%) | 22″ x 8.5-10.5″ |
| 275/40R23 | 31.7″ (+2.2%) | 23″ x 9.0-11.0″ |
| 245/60R20 | 31.6″ (+1.9%) | 20″ x 7.0-8.5″ |
| 295/50R20 | 31.6″ (+1.9%) | 20″ x 8.0-10.5″ |
| 305/40R22 | 31.6″ (+1.9%) | 22″ x 10.0-12.0″ |
| 265/55R20 | 31.5″ (+1.6%) | 20″ x n/a |
| 265/45R22 | 31.4″ (+1.3%) | 22″ x 8.5-10.0″ |
| 305/35R23 | 31.4″ (+1.3%) | 23″ x 10.0-12.0″ |
| 315/30R24 | 31.4″ (+1.3%) | 24″ x 10.5-11.5″ |
| 275/25R26 | 31.4″ (+1.3%) | 26″ x 10.0″ |
| 295/40R22 | 31.3″ (+1%) | 22″ x 10.0-11.5″ |
| 285/50R20 | 31.2″ (+0.6%) | 20″ x 8.0-10.0″ |
| 325/40R21 | 31.2″ (+0.6%) | 21″ x 11.0-13.0″ |
| 235/60R20 | 31.1″ (+0.3%) | 20″ x 6.5-8.5″ |
| 285/45R21 | 31.1″ (+0.3%) | 21″ x 9.0-10.5″ |
| 295/35R23 | 31.1″ (+0.3%) | 23″ x 10.0-11.5″ |
| 255/55R20 | 31″ (Equal) | 20″ x 7.0-9.0″ |
| 255/45R22 | 31″ (Equal) | 22″ x 8.0-9.5″ |
| 285/40R22 | 31″ (Equal) | 22″ x 9.5-11.0″ |
| 325/35R22 | 31″ (Equal) | 22″ x 11.0-13.0″ |
| 295/30R24 | 31″ (Equal) | 24″ x 10.0-11.0″ |
| 355/25R24 | 31″ (Equal) | 24″ x n/a |
| 315/40R21 | 30.9″ (-0.3%) | 21″ x 10.5-12.5″ |
| 285/35R23 | 30.9″ (-0.3%) | 23″ x 9.5-11.0″ |
| 275/50R20 | 30.8″ (-0.6%) | 20″ x 7.5-9.5″ |
| 305/45R20 | 30.8″ (-0.6%) | 20″ x 9.5-11.5″ |
| 275/45R21 | 30.7″ (-1%) | 21″ x 8.5-10.5″ |
| 275/40R22 | 30.7″ (-1%) | 22″ x 9.0-11.0″ |
| 315/35R22 | 30.7″ (-1%) | 22″ x 10.5-12.5″ |
| 325/30R23 | 30.7″ (-1%) | 23″ x n/a |
| 285/30R24 | 30.7″ (-1%) | 24″ x 9.5-10.5″ |
| 295/45R20 | 30.5″ (-1.6%) | 20″ x 9.5-11.0″ |
| 275/30R24 | 30.5″ (-1.6%) | 24″ x 9.0-10.0″ |
| 265/50R20 | 30.4″ (-2%) | 20″ x 7.5-9.5″ |
| 265/45R21 | 30.4″ (-2%) | 21″ x 8.5-10.0″ |
| 305/35R22 | 30.4″ (-2%) | 22″ x 10.0-12.0″ |
| 295/40R21 | 30.3″ (-2.3%) | 21″ x 10.0-11.5″ |
| 265/40R22 | 30.3″ (-2.3%) | 22″ x 9.0-10.5″ |
| 235/55R20 | 30.2″ (-2.6%) | 20″ x 6.5-8.5″ |
| 285/45R20 | 30.1″ (-3%) | 20″ x 9.0-10.5″ |
| 295/35R22 | 30.1″ (-3%) | 22″ x 10.0-11.5″ |
255/50R21 In Inches – Tire Size & Rim Fitment Guide
What size tire is 255/50R21 in Inches?
The 255/50R21 tire has an overall diameter of 31 inches, a section width of 10 inches, and can be mounted on 21 x 7.0-9.0 inches rim. The equivalent tire size in the high flotation system is 31x10R21.
| Inches | Millimeters | |
| Tire Diameter | 31 | 788.4 |
| Section Width | 10 | 255 |
| Rim Height | 21 | 533 |
| Sidewall Height | 5 | 127.5 |
| Circumference | 97.5 | 2476.8 |
10"
31"
97.5"
21"
5"
649.8 Revs/Mile
To make it clear, we'll break down each part of the 255/50R21 tire size to know what these numbers represent & how they may affect your vehicle tire's performance:
How tall is a 255/50R21 tire?
A 255/50R21 tire has a height of 31 inches (788.4 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 no load.
How wide is a 255/50R21 tire?
The 255/50R21 has a width of 10 inches (255 mm). This is the tire measurement at its thickest point, the distance between the inner sidewall’s and the outer sidewall’s widest point, also known as section width or tread width.
255/50R21 sidewall height
The sidewall height of a 255/50R21 is 5 inches (127.5 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 255/50R21 tire?
You can put on a rim with a height of 21 inches and a rim width ranging from 7.0-9.0 inches for a 255/50R21 tire. (Based on recommendations of The Tire and Rim Association (TRA))
Putting very wide tires on narrow rims or vice versa can result in reduced performance of the tire.
255/50R21 circumference
The 255/50R21 tire has a circumference of 97.5 inches (2476.8 mm), This is the measurement of the distance the tire covers in one full rotation.
The tire circumference is important for your vehicle's overall performance, affecting its speedometer accuracy, acceleration & fuel efficiency.
255/50R21 Revolutions
The 255/50R21 performs 649.8 revs/mile. Revolutions per mile indicate the number of times a tire rotates while it covers the distance of one mile.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/50R21
As a rule, you can replace the tire within a 3% difference in tire diameter (height) of the OEM tire size. Here is the full list of replacement sizes compatible with 255/50R21:
*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.