275/65R17 vs 33x12.50R17
33x12.50R17 is 6.2% taller (+1.93 in) and 1.67 in wider than 275/65R17.
33x12.50R17 is 6.2% taller than 275/65R17. Beyond 5% you usually need a lift or leveling kit, a speedometer recalibration and sometimes new gears.
| 275/65R17 | 33x12.50R17 | Change | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 31.07″ | 33.00″ | +1.93″+6.2% |
| Width | 10.83″ | 12.50″ | +1.67″+15.5% |
| Sidewall | 7.04″ | 8.00″ | +0.96″+13.7% |
| Circumference | 97.6″ | 103.7″ | +6.0″+6.2% |
| Wheel | 17″ | 17″ | Same |
| Revs per mile | 649 | 611 | −38 |
Real speed on 33x12.50R17.
Change in height under the axle.
On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.
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275/65R17 or 33x12.50R17?
Can I use 33x12.50R17 instead of 275/65R17?
33x12.50R17 is 6.2% taller than 275/65R17. Beyond 5% you usually need a lift or leveling kit, a speedometer recalibration and sometimes new gears. 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 33x12.50R17 you are really doing 63.7 mph if the speedometer was set up for 275/65R17. Going the other way, 275/65R17 would make it read 56.5 mph at a real 60.
How much ground clearance does it change?
Half the diameter difference: +0.96 in (+24 mm) under the axle.