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255/30R22 vs 265/35R22

265/35R22 is 4.6% taller (+1.28 in) and 0.39 in wider than 255/30R22.

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265/35R22 is 4.6% taller than 255/30R22. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

255/30R22265/35R22Change
Diameter28.02″29.30″+1.28″+4.6%
Width10.04″10.43″+0.39″+3.9%
Sidewall3.01″3.65″+0.64″+21.2%
Circumference88.0″92.1″+4.0″+4.6%
Wheel22″22″Same
Revs per mile720688−31
SideTread
255/30R22265/35R22
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.7mph

Real speed on 265/35R22.

Ground clearance+0.64in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.20in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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255/30R22 or 265/35R22?

Can I use 265/35R22 instead of 255/30R22?

265/35R22 is 4.6% taller than 255/30R22. 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 265/35R22 you are really doing 62.7 mph if the speedometer was set up for 255/30R22. Going the other way, 255/30R22 would make it read 57.4 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.64 in (+16 mm) under the axle.

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