285/35R20 Tire Size in Inches and Millimeters
285/35R20 tires have a diameter of 27.9" (708 mm), a tread width of 11.2" (285 mm), and a wheel diameter of 20" (508 mm).The sidewall of the tire is 3.9" (100 mm), and the tire's circumference is 87.6" (2223.1 mm). This means a 285/35R20 tire will make make 723 revolutions per mile, or 450 revolutions per kilometer.



Spec | Inches | Metric |
---|---|---|
Diameter | 27.9" | 708 mm |
Width | 11.2" | 285 mm |
Wheel | 20" | 508 mm |
Sidewall | 3.9" | 100 mm |
Circum | 87.6" | 2223.1 mm |
Revolutions | 723 per mile | 450 per km |
What Does 285/35R20 Mean?
The tire size 285/35R20 is a common size used on many trucks, SUVs, and other larger vehicles.
Here is what each part of the size designation represents:
- 285: This number represents the width of the tire in millimeters. In this case, the tire is 285 millimeters wide.
- 35: This number represents the aspect ratio of the tire, which is the height of the tire's sidewall as a percentage of its width. In this case, the sidewall height is 35% of the tire's width.
- R: This letter indicates the tire's construction type. “R” stands for radial construction, which is the most common type of tire construction today.
- 20: This number represents the diameter of the wheel that the tire is designed to fit on, in inches. In this case, the tire is designed to fit on a 20-inch wheel.

How To Convert 285/35R20 Into Inches
The 285/35R20 conversion is fairly simple. The first number in the tire size, 285, represents the width of the tire in millimeters. To convert this to inches, we divide 285 by 25.4 (since there are 25.4 millimeters in an inch). This gives us approximately 11.2 inches.
The second number in the tire size, 35, represents the aspect ratio or the height of the tire as a percentage of its width. To calculate the height in inches, we multiply 11.2 by 0.35, which gives us approximately 3.9 inches.
Finally, the last number in the tire size, 20, represents the diameter of the wheel rim in inches. Therefore, the tire size 285/35R20 can be expressed in inches as roughly 11.2 inches wide, 3.9 inches tall, and designed to fit a 20-inch wheel rim.
Frequently Asked Questions About 285/35R20 Tires
How tall is a 285/35R20 tire?
A 285/35R20 tire has an approximate height, also known as the overall diameter, of 27.9 inches (708 mm). This height can vary slightly depending on the brand and model of the tire, as well as the amount of air pressure in the tire.How wide is a 285/35R20 tire?
A 285/35R20 tire has a width of approximately 11.2 inches (285 millimeters). The width of the tire is the first number in the tire size designation, which in this case is “285”. It’s important to note that the actual width of the tire may vary slightly depending on the brand and model of the tire, and the width may also be affected by the amount of air pressure in the tire.Understanding Tire Speed Ratings
When choosing the right tires for your vehicle, understanding the speed rating is crucial. But what exactly is a speed rating, and why does it matter?What is a Tire Speed Rating?
A tire's speed rating indicates the maximum speed a tire can safely sustain over time. It's a manufacturer's assurance of tire performance, marked by a letter on the tire's sidewall. This rating is determined under controlled laboratory conditions and is part of a broader standard established by industry entities like the European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation (ETRTO) and the U.S. Department of Transportation.Common Speed Ratings Explained
- P-Rated: Up to 94 mph - Suitable for smaller sedans or light-duty vehicles.
- Q-Rated: Up to 100 mph - Often found on SUVs and light trucks with consistent highway use.
- R-Rated: Up to 106 mph - Typically for medium-duty trucks and vans.
- S-Rated: Up to 112 mph - Common for family sedans and larger vehicles with moderate performance.
- T-Rated: Up to 118 mph - Optimal for family vehicles, including minivans and some coupes.
Why is the Speed Rating Important?
The speed rating is not just about how fast you can legally drive; it's about safety and performance:- Ensures Safety: It guarantees that the tire can handle certain speeds without overheating and failing, which can prevent blowouts.
- Optimizes Performance: Higher ratings often indicate better handling characteristics, important for maintaining vehicle stability.
- Legal and Insurance Considerations: Matching the speed rating suggested by your vehicle manufacturer can be essential for insurance and warranty purposes.
Alternate 285/35R20 Replacement Tire Sizes
Upsizing your wheels or tires? Replacement tires must be within 3% of the diametor of the original tire. The following sizes fall within that range - click on any size to see detailed info about that tire and wheel combination.
Size | Diameter | Width | Wheel |
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145/65R20 | 27.4" | 696 mm | 20 mm |
145/80R18 | 27.1" | 689 mm | 18 mm |
145/80R19 | 28.1" | 715 mm | 19 mm |
145/85R18 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 18 mm |
145/90R17 | 27.3" | 694 mm | 17 mm |
155/60R20 | 27.3" | 694 mm | 20 mm |
155/65R20 | 28" | 710 mm | 20 mm |
155/70R19 | 27.6" | 701 mm | 19 mm |
155/80R18 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 18 mm |
155/85R18 | 28.4" | 721 mm | 18 mm |
155/90R17 | 28" | 712 mm | 17 mm |
165/60R20 | 27.8" | 706 mm | 20 mm |
165/70R18 | 27.1" | 689 mm | 18 mm |
165/80R17 | 27.4" | 696 mm | 17 mm |
175/55R20 | 27.6" | 700 mm | 20 mm |
175/60R19 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 19 mm |
195/50R20 | 27.7" | 704 mm | 20 mm |
195/75R16 | 27.5" | 698 mm | 16 mm |
195/80R15 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 15 mm |
195/80R16 | 28.3" | 718 mm | 16 mm |
205/60R18 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 18 mm |
205/65R17 | 27.5" | 698 mm | 17 mm |
205/70R16 | 27.3" | 694 mm | 16 mm |
205/75R15 | 27.1" | 689 mm | 15 mm |
205/75R16 | 28.1" | 714 mm | 16 mm |
215/45R20 | 27.6" | 702 mm | 20 mm |
215/55R18 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 18 mm |
215/60R17 | 27.2" | 690 mm | 17 mm |
215/65R17 | 28" | 712 mm | 17 mm |
215/70R16 | 27.9" | 708 mm | 16 mm |
215/75R15 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 15 mm |
215/75R16 | 28.7" | 728 mm | 16 mm |
215/80R15 | 28.5" | 725 mm | 15 mm |
225/30R22 | 27.4" | 695 mm | 22 mm |
225/40R20 | 27.1" | 688 mm | 20 mm |
225/45R20 | 28" | 710 mm | 20 mm |
225/55R18 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 18 mm |
225/60R17 | 27.6" | 702 mm | 17 mm |
225/60R18 | 28.6" | 727 mm | 18 mm |
225/65R16 | 27.5" | 698 mm | 16 mm |
225/65R17 | 28.5" | 724 mm | 17 mm |
225/70R15 | 27.4" | 697 mm | 15 mm |
225/70R16 | 28.4" | 722 mm | 16 mm |
225/75R14 | 27.3" | 694 mm | 14 mm |
225/75R15 | 28.3" | 719 mm | 15 mm |
235/30R22 | 27.6" | 701 mm | 22 mm |
235/35R21 | 27.4" | 697 mm | 21 mm |
235/40R20 | 27.4" | 696 mm | 20 mm |
235/45R19 | 27.4" | 695 mm | 19 mm |
235/45R20 | 28.3" | 720 mm | 20 mm |
235/50R18 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 18 mm |
235/50R19 | 28.3" | 719 mm | 19 mm |
235/55R17 | 27.2" | 690 mm | 17 mm |
235/55R18 | 28.1" | 715 mm | 18 mm |
235/60R16 | 27.1" | 688 mm | 16 mm |
235/60R17 | 28.1" | 714 mm | 17 mm |
235/65R15 | 27" | 687 mm | 15 mm |
235/65R16 | 28" | 712 mm | 16 mm |
235/70R15 | 28" | 711 mm | 15 mm |
245/30R22 | 27.8" | 707 mm | 22 mm |
245/35R21 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 21 mm |
245/40R20 | 27.7" | 704 mm | 20 mm |
245/40R21 | 28.7" | 729 mm | 21 mm |
245/45R19 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 19 mm |
245/45R20 | 28.7" | 728 mm | 20 mm |
245/50R18 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 18 mm |
245/50R19 | 28.7" | 729 mm | 19 mm |
245/55R17 | 27.6" | 702 mm | 17 mm |
245/55R18 | 28.6" | 727 mm | 18 mm |
245/60R16 | 27.6" | 700 mm | 16 mm |
245/60R17 | 28.6" | 726 mm | 17 mm |
245/65R15 | 27.5" | 699 mm | 15 mm |
245/70R14 | 27.6" | 700 mm | 14 mm |
245/70R15 | 28.5" | 725 mm | 15 mm |
255/30R21 | 27" | 687 mm | 21 mm |
255/30R22 | 28.1" | 713 mm | 22 mm |
255/35R21 | 28" | 711 mm | 21 mm |
255/40R19 | 27" | 687 mm | 19 mm |
255/40R20 | 28" | 712 mm | 20 mm |
255/45R18 | 27" | 687 mm | 18 mm |
255/45R19 | 28.1" | 713 mm | 19 mm |
255/50R17 | 27.1" | 688 mm | 17 mm |
255/50R18 | 28.1" | 713 mm | 18 mm |
255/55R17 | 28" | 712 mm | 17 mm |
255/60R15 | 27" | 687 mm | 15 mm |
255/60R16 | 28" | 712 mm | 16 mm |
255/65R15 | 28.1" | 713 mm | 15 mm |
265/25R22 | 27.2" | 691 mm | 22 mm |
265/25R23 | 28.2" | 716 mm | 23 mm |
265/30R21 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 21 mm |
265/30R22 | 28.3" | 719 mm | 22 mm |
265/35R20 | 27.3" | 694 mm | 20 mm |
265/35R21 | 28.3" | 719 mm | 21 mm |
265/40R19 | 27.4" | 695 mm | 19 mm |
265/40R20 | 28.3" | 720 mm | 20 mm |
265/45R18 | 27.4" | 695 mm | 18 mm |
265/45R19 | 28.4" | 721 mm | 19 mm |
265/50R18 | 28.5" | 723 mm | 18 mm |
265/55R17 | 28.5" | 724 mm | 17 mm |
265/60R15 | 27.5" | 699 mm | 15 mm |
265/60R16 | 28.5" | 724 mm | 16 mm |
275/25R22 | 27.4" | 697 mm | 22 mm |
275/30R21 | 27.5" | 699 mm | 21 mm |
275/30R22 | 28.5" | 725 mm | 22 mm |
275/35R20 | 27.6" | 700 mm | 20 mm |
275/35R21 | 28.5" | 725 mm | 21 mm |
275/40R19 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 19 mm |
275/40R20 | 28.7" | 728 mm | 20 mm |
275/45R18 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 18 mm |
275/50R17 | 27.9" | 708 mm | 17 mm |
275/55R16 | 27.9" | 708 mm | 16 mm |
275/60R15 | 28" | 711 mm | 15 mm |
285/25R22 | 27.6" | 701 mm | 22 mm |
285/30R21 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 21 mm |
285/35R20 | 27.9" | 708 mm | 20 mm |
285/40R19 | 28" | 711 mm | 19 mm |
285/45R18 | 28.1" | 713 mm | 18 mm |
295/25R22 | 27.8" | 707 mm | 22 mm |
295/30R21 | 28" | 711 mm | 21 mm |
295/35R19 | 27.1" | 689 mm | 19 mm |
295/35R20 | 28.1" | 714 mm | 20 mm |
295/40R18 | 27.3" | 693 mm | 18 mm |
295/40R19 | 28.3" | 719 mm | 19 mm |
295/45R17 | 27.5" | 698 mm | 17 mm |
295/45R18 | 28.5" | 723 mm | 18 mm |
295/50R16 | 27.6" | 702 mm | 16 mm |
295/55R15 | 27.8" | 705 mm | 15 mm |
305/25R22 | 28" | 711 mm | 22 mm |
305/30R20 | 27.2" | 692 mm | 20 mm |
305/30R21 | 28.2" | 717 mm | 21 mm |
305/35R19 | 27.4" | 697 mm | 19 mm |
305/35R20 | 28.4" | 722 mm | 20 mm |
305/40R18 | 27.6" | 701 mm | 18 mm |
305/45R17 | 27.8" | 706 mm | 17 mm |
305/50R15 | 27" | 687 mm | 15 mm |
315/25R22 | 28.2" | 717 mm | 22 mm |
315/30R20 | 27.5" | 698 mm | 20 mm |
315/30R21 | 28.5" | 723 mm | 21 mm |
315/35R19 | 27.7" | 703 mm | 19 mm |
315/35R20 | 28.7" | 728 mm | 20 mm |
315/40R18 | 27.9" | 709 mm | 18 mm |
315/45R16 | 27.2" | 690 mm | 16 mm |
315/45R17 | 28.2" | 716 mm | 17 mm |
325/25R21 | 27.4" | 695 mm | 21 mm |
325/30R20 | 27.7" | 704 mm | 20 mm |
325/30R21 | 28.7" | 729 mm | 21 mm |
325/50R15 | 27.8" | 707 mm | 15 mm |
335/25R22 | 28.6" | 727 mm | 22 mm |
335/30R20 | 28" | 710 mm | 20 mm |
345/30R19 | 27.2" | 691 mm | 19 mm |
345/30R20 | 28.2" | 716 mm | 20 mm |
345/35R18 | 27.5" | 699 mm | 18 mm |
345/35R19 | 28.5" | 725 mm | 19 mm |
345/40R17 | 27.9" | 708 mm | 17 mm |
355/25R21 | 28" | 711 mm | 21 mm |
355/30R19 | 27.4" | 697 mm | 19 mm |
355/40R16 | 27.2" | 690 mm | 16 mm |