Unit 1- Tire Dimensions

Front

What does the tire size P215/60R16 represent?

Back

P215/60R16 indicates the tire's width (215 mm), aspect ratio (60%), and diameter of the wheel (16 inches).

Front

What is the aspect ratio of a tire?

Back

The aspect ratio is the ratio of the height of the tire's sidewall to its width, expressed as a percentage.

Front

How do you calculate the height of a tire given its size P215/60R16?

Back

Height = Width x Aspect Ratio = 215 mm x 0.60 = 129 mm (approximately 5.16 inches).

Front

What does the 'R' in tire size P215/60R16 stand for?

Back

The 'R' indicates that the tire is of radial construction.

Front

What is the width of the tire size P205/65R15?

Back

The width is 205 mm.

Front

What does the number '15' represent in the tire size P205/65R15?

Back

The '15' represents the diameter of the wheel in inches.

Front

What is the height of the tire size P215/60R16?

Back

The height is approximately 5.16 inches.

Front

What is the width of the tire size P185/75R14?

Back

The width is 185 mm.

Front

What does the '60' represent in the tire size P215/70R17?

Back

The '60' represents the aspect ratio of the tire.

Front

How do you convert tire width from mm to inches?

Back

To convert mm to inches, divide the width in mm by 25.4.