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245/60R18 vs 255/65R18

255/65R18 is 5.0% taller (+1.48 in) and 0.39 in wider than 245/60R18.

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255/65R18 is 5.0% taller than 245/60R18. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

245/60R18255/65R18Change
Diameter29.57″31.05″+1.48″+5.0%
Width9.65″10.04″+0.39″+4.1%
Sidewall5.79″6.53″+0.74″+12.8%
Circumference92.9″97.6″+4.6″+5.0%
Wheel18″18″Same
Revs per mile682650−32
SideTread
245/60R18255/65R18
Speedometer shows 60 mph63.0mph

Real speed on 255/65R18.

Ground clearance+0.74in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.20in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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245/60R18 or 255/65R18?

Can I use 255/65R18 instead of 245/60R18?

255/65R18 is 5.0% taller than 245/60R18. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.

Will my speedometer be off?

At an indicated 60 mph on 255/65R18 you are really doing 63.0 mph if the speedometer was set up for 245/60R18. Going the other way, 245/60R18 would make it read 57.1 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.74 in (+19 mm) under the axle.

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