What does p235 55r17 mean?

Tire sizes are easy to understand once you learn how to read them. This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 55%. In other words, your tire’s sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire’s tread) is 55% of the width.

How tall is a 235 55r17 tire?

5.09 in
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Are Michelin Defender tires worth the money?

Michelin stands behind the Defender with a 90,000 mile tread warranty. The Defender has a number of good points including a very quiet ride quality to go along with impressive dry and wet traction. Overall, Michelin has a very good all-season tire in the Defender, although there is room for improvement.

What is the best Michelin tire to buy?

Michelin’s Most Popular Tire Models

• Michelin Defender T+H: One of the longest-lasting tires available for passenger cars.
• Michelin LTX M/S2: A highway all-season tire that aids with comfort, noise reduction, and braking effectiveness.

What does 235 55 mean on a tire?

So “235” means that the tire has a nominal width of 235 millimeters. The following “55” is the tire wall height as a percentage of the width. So in our example, the actual height in millimeters would be just under 130 mm. Then comes the letter “R” as the identifier for radial tires.

What does the 195 mean on a tire?

195 – This is the maximum width of the tyre, under conditions in which the vehicle is fully loaded, and in our example as you may have guessed, this comes to a maximum of 195 mm. 65 – Represents the ratio between the width and height of the tyre from the rim. R – Refers to the method the tyre is produced.

Can I use 235 65r17 instead of 235 55R17?

As long as they are all the same. Thank you all.