Tire Sidewall Height Calculator | Understand Tire Profile
Calculate a tire's sidewall height in millimeters and inches based on its section width and aspect ratio. Essential for understanding tire profile and its impact on ride and handling.
A tire's sidewall height is the distance from the edge of the wheel rim to the outer tread of the tire. It's a key dimension influencing a vehicle's ride comfort, handling characteristics, and overall appearance.
This calculator helps you determine the sidewall height by using two standard P-Metric tire specifications: - **Section Width:** The width of the tire in millimeters. - **Aspect Ratio:** The height of the sidewall expressed as a percentage of the section width.
Understanding sidewall height is important when: - Comparing different tire sizes. - Considering a move to lower or higher profile tires. - Assessing potential impacts on ride quality (taller sidewalls generally offer more cushioning) and handling (shorter sidewalls often provide quicker steering response but can be harsher). - Estimating overall tire diameter, as sidewall height is a component of this.
- Enter the tire's Section Width in millimeters (e.g., the '225' in 225/45R17).
- Input the tire's Aspect Ratio as a percentage (e.g., the '45' in 225/45R17).
- Click the 'Calculate Sidewall Height' button.
- The results will display the calculated sidewall height in both millimeters and inches.
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