265/35R21 In Inches – Tire Size & Rim Fitment Guide


What size tire is 265/35R21 in Inches?

The 265/35R21 tire has an overall diameter of 28.3 inches, a section width of 10.4 inches, and can be mounted on 21 x 9.0-10.5 inches rim. The equivalent tire size in the high flotation system is 28.3x10.4R21.

InchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.3718.9
Section Width10.4265
Rim Height21533
Sidewall Height3.792.8
Circumference88.92258.5
tire diameter
10.4"
28.3"
Tire Side
Tire Circumference
88.9"
21"
3.7"
712.6 Revs/Mile

To easy understanding, let us break down each component of the 265/35R21 tire size to know what these numbers represent and how they may affect your vehicle's performance:


How tall is a 265/35R21 tire?

A 265/35R21 tire has a height of 28.3 inches (718.9 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.

Tire Diameter
Tire diameter: 28.3 In.

How wide is a 265/35R21 tire?

The 265/35R21 has a width of 10.4 inches (265 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.

tread width
Tread width: 10.4 In.

265/35R21 sidewall height

The sidewall height of a 265/35R21 is 3.7 inches (92.8 mm). It’s measured from the rim to the outer edge of the tire's tread, expressed as a percentage of tire width.

sidewall height
Sidewall height: 3.7 In.

What size rim do I need for 265/35R21 tire?

You can put on a rim with a height of 21 inches and a rim width ranging from 9.0-10.5 inches for a 265/35R21 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.

Rim Diameter
Rim height: 21 In.
rim width
Rim width: 9.0-10.5 In.

265/35R21 circumference

The 265/35R21 tire has a circumference of 88.9 inches (2258.5 mm), This is the measurement of the distance the tire covers in one full rotation.

The tire circumference plays a crucial role in your vehicle's overall performance, affecting its speedometer accuracy, acceleration and fuel efficiency.

Circumference
Circumference: 88.9 In.

265/35R21 Revolutions

The 265/35R21 performs 712.6 revs/mile. Revolutions per mile indicate the number of times a tire rotates while it covers the distance of one mile.

Revolutions
712.6 revs/mile

Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/35R21

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 265/35R21:

Tire SizeDiameterRim (H x W)
145/80R2029.1″ (+2.7%)20″ x n/a
295/35R2129.1″ (+2.7%)21″ x 10.0-11.5″
255/45R2029″ (+2.4%)20″ x 8.0-9.5″
285/40R2029″ (+2.4%)20″ x 9.5-11.0″
325/35R2029″ (+2.4%)20″ x 11.0-13.0″
255/40R2129″ (+2.4%)21″ x 8.5-10.0″
255/35R2229″ (+2.4%)22″ x 8.5-10.0″
295/30R2229″ (+2.4%)22″ x 10.0-11.0″
305/25R2329″ (+2.4%)23″ x 10.5-11.5″
255/25R2429″ (+2.4%)24″ x n/a
285/35R2128.9″ (+2.1%)21″ x 9.5-11.0″
245/35R2228.8″ (+1.7%)22″ x 8.0-9.5″
245/25R2428.8″ (+1.7%)24″ x n/a
245/45R2028.7″ (+1.4%)20″ x 7.5-9.0″
275/40R2028.7″ (+1.4%)20″ x 9.0-11.0″
315/35R2028.7″ (+1.4%)20″ x 10.5-12.5″
245/40R2128.7″ (+1.4%)21″ x 8.0-9.5″
325/30R2128.7″ (+1.4%)21″ x 11.0-12.0″
285/30R2228.7″ (+1.4%)22″ x 9.5-10.5″
275/35R2128.6″ (+1%)21″ x 9.0-11.0″
335/25R2228.6″ (+1%)22″ x 11.5-12.5″
275/30R2228.5″ (+0.7%)22″ x 9.0-10.0″
305/35R2028.4″ (+0.4%)20″ x 10.0-12.0″
315/30R2128.4″ (+0.4%)21″ x 10.5-11.5″
235/45R2028.3″ (Equal)20″ x 7.5-9.0″
265/40R2028.3″ (Equal)20″ x 9.0-10.5″
265/30R2228.3″ (Equal)22″ x 9.0-10.0″
305/30R2128.2″ (-0.4%)21″ x 10.5-11.5″
315/25R2228.2″ (-0.4%)22″ x 11.0-12.0″
265/25R2328.2″ (-0.4%)23″ x 9.5-10.0″
295/35R2028.1″ (-0.7%)20″ x 10.0-11.5″
345/30R2028.1″ (-0.7%)20″ x 12.0-13.0″
225/45R2028″ (-1.1%)20″ x 8.0-9.5″
255/40R2028″ (-1.1%)20″ x 8.5-10.0″
255/35R2128″ (-1.1%)21″ x 8.5-10.0″
295/30R2128″ (-1.1%)21″ x 10.0-11.0″
355/25R2128″ (-1.1%)21″ x 12.5-13.5″
255/30R2228″ (-1.1%)22″ x 8.5-9.5″
305/25R2228″ (-1.1%)22″ x 10.5-11.5″
155/65R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20″ x n/a
285/35R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20″ x 9.5-11.0″
335/30R2027.9″ (-1.4%)20″ x 11.5-12.5″
165/60R2027.8″ (-1.8%)20″ x n/a
245/35R2127.8″ (-1.8%)21″ x 8.0-9.5″
245/35R2127.8″ (-1.8%)21″ x 8.0-9.0″
245/30R2227.8″ (-1.8%)22″ x 8.0-9.0″
295/25R2227.8″ (-1.8%)22″ x 10.0-11.0″
195/50R2027.7″ (-2.2%)20″ x 5.5-7.0″
245/40R2027.7″ (-2.2%)20″ x 8.0-9.5″
325/30R2027.7″ (-2.2%)20″ x 11.0-12.0″
285/30R2127.7″ (-2.2%)21″ x 9.5-10.5″
175/55R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20″ x 5.0-6.0″
215/45R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20″ x 7.0-8.0″
275/35R2027.6″ (-2.5%)20″ x 9.0-11.0″
235/30R2227.6″ (-2.5%)22″ x 8.5″
285/25R2227.6″ (-2.5%)22″ x 10.5″
235/35R2127.5″ (-2.9%)21″ x n/a
275/30R2127.5″ (-2.9%)21″ x 9.0-10.0″

*Disclaimer: The tire size is for information purposes only, the measurement is an approximation, as tire manufacturers can have slight variations in their measurements. It's recommended to refer to the vehicle manufacturer's guidelines or consult with a tire mechanic to determine the correct tire size for your vehicle.


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