Tire Size 205/40R17 in inches
Below are the most common tire sizing information in inches:
205/40R17 Height - How tall is a 205/40R17 tire in inches?
This tire size is 23.457 inches tall.
205/40R17 Width in inches - How wide is a 205/40R17 tire?
This tire size is 8.071 inches wide (tread width).
What's the Sidewall Size of a 205/40R17 Tire in Inches?
This tire size has 3.228 inch sidewalls.
Other Questions About the 205/40R17 Tire Size
Here's some other common questions asked about this tire size:
What size rims fit a 205/40R17 tire?
This tire will fit onto 17 inch wheels.
What is the next size up from 205/40R17?
The tire sizes below are the next sizes up from 205/40R17. The table shows the increase in diameter and width for each option.
| Tire Size | Diameter (in) | Width (in) | Diameter Change | Width Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 215/40R17 | 23.772 | 8.465 | + 0.315 in | + 0.394 in |
| 225/40R17 | 24.087 | 8.858 | + 0.63 in | + 0.787 in |
| 235/40R17 | 24.402 | 9.252 | + 0.945 in | + 1.181 in |
| 215/45R17 | 24.618 | 8.465 | + 1.161 in | + 0.394 in |
| 245/40R17 | 24.717 | 9.646 | + 1.26 in | + 1.575 in |
What is the next size down from 205/40R17?
The tire sizes below are the next sizes down from 205/40R17. The table shows the decrease in diameter and width for each option.
| Tire Size | Diameter (in) | Width (in) | Diameter Change | Width Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 195/40R17 | 23.142 | 7.677 | - 0.315 in | - 0.394 in |
| 165/40R17 | 22.197 | 6.496 | - 1.26 in | - 1.575 in |
| 185/35R17 | 22.098 | 7.283 | - 1.358 in | - 0.787 in |
| 22x2.5R17 | 22.000 | 2.500 | - 1.457 in | - 5.571 in |
What does the 205 mean in tire size?
This represents the treadwidth of the tire. The tread is 205mm wide, or 23.457 inches wide.
What does the 40 mean in tire size?
This represents the sidewall height of the tire, as a percentage of the width. The sidewall height is 40% of 205mm, or 82mm, which is 3.228 inches.
What does the 17 mean in tire size?
This represents the wheel diameter that this tire size fits on. This tire size is meant to fit a 17 inch wheel.
