Are 35 and 315 tires the same?

Appreciate the help! They’re very similar. The 35” tire is measured in inches and the 315 tire is metric. But the 35” is the height of the tire and the 315 is the width…

What is a 315 tire equivalent to?

YES, 315 wide tires are the same as 35” tires although 315 is the tread width in millimeters and 35″ is the tire diameter. 315/70/17 is usually the accepted metric equivalent size for standard/imperial 35-inch tires. 17.36″ + 17″ wheel = 34.36″ approximate tire diameter.

Which tire is bigger 315 or 35?

YES, 315 wide tires are the same as 35” tires although 315 is the tread width in millimeters and 35″ is the tire diameter. 315/70/17 is usually the accepted metric equivalent size for standard/imperial 35-inch tires.

What does LT mean on a tire?

Light Truck
If a tire size reads, LT235/75R15 104/101S, the LT indicates that this tire is meant for Light Truck use. These tires are made for light-duty and heavy-duty pickup trucks (typically ½ ton, ¾ ton, or 1-ton load capacity), SUVs and vans.

Are 35 inch tires really 35 inches?

Think of 35’s as a categorical term, not as an actual true measured height. When you speak of 35’s, most would automatically think of 35x12x17 or 315/70/17. The measured height is typically less than 35, but they are all in the same general vicinity of actual height.

What is 315 70R17 in inches?

17-inch Wheel Conversion Chart

What’s the biggest tire you can put on a 17 inch rim?

Well-Known Member. You can fit 315/70/17 on them equivalent of a 35” tire. You will need a lift and wheel spacers to do it though.

What is 305 70R17 in inches?

Ridge Grappler 305/70R17 Tire Specs

Is an LT tire 10-ply?

LT tires are usually 8-ply (Load Range D) or 10-ply (Load Range E). Passenger Tires usually have a 4-ply or 6-ply equivalent sidewall.

How long do LT tires last?

It may be tentative, but tires do have an expiration date. There is a general consensus that most tires should be inspected, if not replaced, at about six years and should be absolutely be swapped out after 10 years, regardless of how much tread they have left.

How long will 35-inch tires last?

Usually, the 35-inch tires are designed for more giant trucks and vehicles and rough terrain use. Thanks to their design, these tires are not as noisy as the regular tires. Additionally, they offer durability like 50,000-70,000 miles as opposed to an average of 40,000 miles.

What lift do I need for 35 tires?

To install 35-inch tires you require at least a 6-inch lift, though that depends on the car’s backspacing, offset of its wheels and how wide your tires are. In some cases, fender trimming may be necessary before you install these tires.

What are the dimensions of a 315 / 70r17 tire?

315/70R17 Tires 315/70R17 tires have a diameter of 34.4″, a section width of 12.4″, and a wheel diameter of 17″. The circumference is 107.9″ and they have 587 revolutions per mile. Generally they are approved to be mounted on 8-10.5″ wide wheels for passenger tires and 8-11″ for LT tires.

How big is a 315 tire and wheel plus?

Tire Size Calculator – Tire & Wheel Plus Sizing BETA Tire Size Min Max Diameter 305/70R17 8.00in 9.50in 33.81″ -1.60% 285/75R17 7.50in 9.50in 33.83″ -1.55% 325/70R17 8.50in 10.00in 34.91″ 1.60%

What does Lt mean after the tire size?

An “LT” after the tire size indicates that the tire is designed for “Light Truck” use. We were unable to load Disqus. If you are a moderator please see our troubleshooting guide. How about we stick to what worked.. this metric conversion bullshit is for the birds.