Metric tire size

265/70R18 tire size

A 265/70R18 tire is 32.6 inches (828 mm) tall and 10.4 in wide, for a 18-inch wheel, with a 7.3 in sidewall. That is the nominal size worked out from the code. Makers publish 32.5–33 in for real 265/70R18 tires (6 makers).

Diameter32.6 in828 mm

Width10.4 in265 mm

Sidewall7.3 in186 mm

Revs per mile619nominal, published 624–646

Wheel width7–8.5 inapproved by every listing

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Your current size

Current tire size

e.g. 265/70R17, 2657017 or 33x12.50R20

Where do I find my size?

It's on the tire sidewall, e.g. P265/70R17 115T, and on the tire placard sticker on the driver's door jamb (also in the owner's manual). The placard shows the size the vehicle came with; the sidewall shows what is fitted now. If they differ, use the placard as your starting point. Digits are enough here: 2657017 or 33125020.

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Real 265/70R18 tires: published diameters

Figures from the makers' own data books. They differ from the 32.6 in calculated figure because each tread design and construction measures slightly differently.

Maker (data book)	Published diameter	Revs per mile	Approved wheel width	Listings
BFGoodrich	32.6 in	637	7–9 in	1
Falken	32.6–33 in	624–646	7–9 in	3
Goodyear	32.6–32.9 in	633–641	7–9 in	6
Hankook	32.5–32.7 in	636–643	7–9 in	5
Nitto	32.64–32.87 in	—	7–9 in	2
Toyo	32.6–33 in	629–636	7–9 in	3

Sources: maker data books (PDF), checked 2026-11-05. Brand names identify the data source only.

Equivalent sizes on other wheels

Sizes that appear in the maker data books with a diameter within 3% of 265/70R18. Same diameter is only one part of fitting a different size.

Wheel	Real sizes within 3% (closest first)
15-inch	33x10.50R15 (33.0 in, +1.2%), 33x12.50R15 (33.0 in, +1.2%), 33x13.50R15 (33.0 in, +1.2%)
16-inch	305/70R16 (32.8 in, +0.6%), 285/75R16 (32.8 in, +0.7%), 255/85R16 (33.1 in, +1.4%)
17-inch	285/70R17 (32.7 in, +0.3%), 235/85R17 (32.7 in, +0.4%), 33x11.50R17 (33.0 in, +1.2%)
18-inch	285/65R18 (32.6 in, −0.1%), 305/60R18 (32.4 in, −0.6%), 33x11.50R18 (33.0 in, +1.2%)
20-inch	265/60R20 (32.5 in, −0.3%), 295/55R20 (32.8 in, +0.5%), 325/50R20 (32.8 in, +0.6%)
22-inch	265/50R22 (32.4 in, −0.5%), 305/45R22 (32.8 in, +0.6%), 275/50R22 (32.8 in, +0.7%)

FAQ

How tall is a 265/70R18 tire?

32.6 inches (828 mm) calculated from the size code. Makers publish 32.5–33 in for real tires in this size; the difference comes from tread design and construction.

How do you work out the 265/70R18 diameter?

Sidewall = 265 mm × 70% = 185.5 mm. Diameter = 18 in wheel + 2 × 185.5 mm ÷ 25.4 = 32.61 in.

Is 265/70R18 a 33-inch tire?

It is about 32.6 in tall nominally, so it is close to 33 inches. Real tires in a size vary slightly by model; check the maker's spec sheet for the exact tire.

What sizes are equivalent to 265/70R18?

Real sizes within 3% of its diameter include 305/70R16 (+0.6%), 285/70R17 (+0.3%) and 265/60R20 (−0.3%). Equal diameter alone doesn't make a size suitable: wheel width, offset, clearance and load rating all matter.

How many revolutions per mile does a 265/70R18 make?

About 619 calculated from its unloaded diameter. Makers publish 624–646 revs per mile, measured under load (a loaded tire rolls on a slightly smaller radius), which is why published figures are higher.

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Important: These are calculated (nominal) dimensions, not a fitment recommendation. Real tires of the same size differ by brand and model (makers allow about ±3% of section height), and width changes with the rim it is mounted on. The math can't see wheel width and offset, clearance at full steering lock and suspension travel, load index, speed rating, or what your vehicle maker approves. Before changing size, check your door-jamb placard and owner's manual and ask a tire professional. A replacement tire must meet or exceed the load index and speed rating on the placard.