Tire size
235/65R17 in inches
A 235/65R17 tire is 29.0 inches tall and 9.3 inches wide, on a 17-inch wheel. Written inch-style that is about 29.0x9.3R17 (an equivalent, not a size on sale). It rounds to a 29-inch tire.
| 235/65R17 | Inches | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter (height) | 29.0 in | 737 mm |
| Section width | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
| Sidewall height | 6.0 in | 153 mm |
| Wheel (rim) diameter | 17 in | 432 mm |
| Circumference | 91.2 in | 2316 mm |
| Revolutions | 695 per mile | 432 per km |
How it's worked out
The 65 means the sidewall is 65% of the 235 mm width: 152.8 mm, or 6.01 in. Height = wheel + 2 sidewalls = 17 + 2 x 6.01 = 29.0 in.
Similar sizes
Sizes within about 3.5% of the height of 235/65R17. The last column is your real speed at an indicated 60 mph if your speedometer was set for 235/65R17.
| Size | Height | vs 235/65R17 | Real speed at 60 mph shown |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/70R16 | 29.0 in | -0.3% | 59.8 mph |
| 235/60R18 | 29.1 in | +0.3% | 60.2 mph |
| 235/75R15 | 28.9 in | -0.5% | 59.7 mph |
| 225/75R16 | 29.3 in | +0.9% | 60.5 mph |
| 245/70R16 | 29.5 in | +1.6% | 61.0 mph |
| 225/65R17 | 28.5 in | -1.8% | 58.9 mph |
| 245/65R17 | 29.5 in | +1.8% | 61.1 mph |
| 245/60R18 | 29.6 in | +1.9% | 61.1 mph |
Going bigger from 235/65R17
If 235/65R17 is your stock size, these are the commonly sold axle ratios that come closest to your stock overall gearing on bigger tires.
| Your ratio now | On 33s | On 35s | On 37s |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.21 | 3.73 exact 3.65 | 3.91 exact 3.87 | 4.10 exact 4.09 |
| 3.42 | 3.91 exact 3.89 | 4.10 exact 4.12 | 4.30 exact 4.36 |
| 3.55 | 4.10 exact 4.04 | 4.30 exact 4.28 | 4.56 exact 4.53 |
| 3.73 | 4.30 exact 4.24 | 4.56 exact 4.50 | 4.88 exact 4.75 |
| 3.91 | 4.56 exact 4.45 | 4.56 exact 4.71 | 4.88 exact 4.98 |
| 4.10 | 4.56 exact 4.66 | 4.88 exact 4.94 | 5.29 exact 5.23 |
Exact = your ratio x new height / 29.0. Front and rear axles must match on a 4WD. Not every ratio is made for every axle. Want more pull than stock? Go one step shorter. More in the regearing guide.
Questions
How tall is a 235/65R17 tire in inches?
29.0 inches (737 mm). That is the nominal height: the 17-inch wheel plus two 6.01-inch sidewalls.
What is 235/65R17 in inches?
29.0x9.3R17: 29.0 inches tall, 9.3 inches wide, for a 17-inch wheel.
Is 235/65R17 a 29-inch tire?
It measures 29.0 inches on paper, so it rounds to 29. Real tires vary a little by brand, load and wear, so check the maker's spec sheet if a fraction of an inch matters.
How many revolutions per mile does 235/65R17 do?
About 695 per mile (432 per km), from its nominal circumference of 91.2 inches.
Nominal dimensions, calculated from the size marking. Real tires differ slightly by brand, rim width, pressure and wear. Fitment depends on your vehicle, lift and wheels: this page doesn't say whether a size fits. Updated 2026-11-14.