275/65R20 vs 285/70R18 tire size comparison
285/70R18 is 0.4 in (1.07%) shorter than 275/65R20 and 0.4 in wider. They fit different wheels: 275/65R20 a 20-inch wheel and 285/70R18 an 18-inch wheel.
275/65R20 and 285/70R18 side by side
| Measurement | 275/65R20 | 285/70R18 | Difference | Difference % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section width | 10.8 in (275 mm) | 11.2 in (285 mm) | +0.4 in (+10 mm) | +3.64% |
| Sidewall height | 7.0 in (179 mm) | 7.9 in (200 mm) | +0.9 in (+21 mm) | +11.61% |
| Wheel (rim) diameter | 20.0 in (508 mm) | 18.0 in (457 mm) | -2.0 in (-51 mm) | -10.00% |
| Overall diameter | 34.1 in (866 mm) | 33.7 in (856 mm) | -0.4 in (-10 mm) | -1.07% |
| Circumference | 107.0 in (2719 mm) | 105.9 in (2690 mm) | -1.1 in (-29 mm) | -1.07% |
| Revolutions per mile | 592 | 598 | +6 | +1.09% |
Differences are 285/70R18 minus 275/65R20; percentages are relative to 275/65R20. These are nominal design dimensions. Real tires vary by brand, tread depth, wheel width, load and pressure.
The overall diameter differs by 1.07%, which is within the common 3% rule of thumb.
The rule of thumb keeps a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. It covers diameter only. It is not a fit, load or safety check, because width, wheel diameter, load capacity and clearance matter too. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
Speedometer difference
When the speedometer reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for 275/65R20, the actual speed on 285/70R18 is about 59.4 mph. When it reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for 285/70R18, the actual speed on 275/65R20 is about 60.7 mph. These figures assume the speedometer is accurate on the original size and use nominal dimensions, so treat them as estimates.
| Speedometer reads | Actual on 285/70R18 (built for 275/65R20) | Actual on 275/65R20 (built for 285/70R18) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 19.8 mph | 20.2 mph |
| 30 mph | 29.7 mph | 30.3 mph |
| 40 mph | 39.6 mph | 40.4 mph |
| 50 mph | 49.5 mph | 50.5 mph |
| 60 mph | 59.4 mph | 60.7 mph |
| 70 mph | 69.2 mph | 70.8 mph |
| 80 mph | 79.1 mph | 80.9 mph |
A common rule of thumb is to keep a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. Check the tire placard on the driver's door jamb and your owner's manual for the sizes your vehicle was built for. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
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You might also need
- Digital tire pressure gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Check your tire pressure against the number on your door placard.
- Portable tire inflator (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Top up a low tire at home without a trip to the gas station.
- Tire tread depth gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Measure how much tread is left before you decide to replace.
- Lug wrench or torque wrench (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Useful for rotations and tire changes; follow the torque spec in your owner's manual.
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