What is the meaning of 175 60 R15 tyre size?
Aspect Ratio, it is the ratio of the sidewall height to the cross section width. For example, if a tire has a sidewall aspect ratio of 60, it means the sidewall height is 60% of the tire’s section width. The sidewall aspect ratio plays a crucial role in ride comfort and handling. Tires with a lower aspect ratio (e.
What tyre size is legal?
The overall diameter of a wheel and tyre fitted to a vehicle must not be more than 50 mm (4WDs) or 15 mm (other vehicles) larger than the largest tyre size listed on the tyre placard and not more than 15 mm less than the smallest tyre size listed on the placard on all vehicles. As a general rule, you want replacement tires that are within 3 percent of the diameter (height) measurement of the tires originally on your vehicle.