August 2025

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What does P235 mean on a tire?

What does P235 mean on a tire? Size: P235/65R17 is a common one. P denotes passenger-car tire. Some may start with an LT prefix, used on heavy-duty trucks. The number 235 is the cross-section width in millimeters, and 65 is the ratio of sidewall height to cross-section width (65 percent). Examples: 235/75-15, P235/75-15, 235/75R15, LT235/75R15. […]

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What does P245 65R17 mean?

What does P245 65R17 mean? R17 tires have a diameter of 29. The sidewall of the tire is 6. This means a 245/65R17 tire will make make 684 revolutions per mile, or 425 revolutions per kilometer. Any bigger than that and the tire weight will likely affect handling, fuel economy, etc.The tires you have now,

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