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285/45R19 vs 255/55R19

255/55R19 is 3.2% taller (+0.94 in) and 1.18 in narrower than 285/45R19.

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255/55R19 is 3.2% taller than 285/45R19. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

285/45R19255/55R19Change
Diameter29.10″30.04″+0.94″+3.2%
Width11.22″10.04″−1.18″−10.5%
Sidewall5.05″5.52″+0.47″+9.4%
Circumference91.4″94.4″+3.0″+3.2%
Wheel19″19″Same
Revs per mile693671−22
SideTread
285/45R19255/55R19
Speedometer shows 60 mph61.9mph

Real speed on 255/55R19.

Ground clearance+0.47in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side−0.59in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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285/45R19 or 255/55R19?

Can I use 255/55R19 instead of 285/45R19?

255/55R19 is 3.2% taller than 285/45R19. 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 255/55R19 you are really doing 61.9 mph if the speedometer was set up for 285/45R19. Going the other way, 285/45R19 would make it read 58.1 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.47 in (+12 mm) under the axle.

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