265/60R17 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

Overall Diameter

749.8 mm

Section Width

265 mm

Sidewall Height

159.0 mm

Circumference

2355.6 mm

Revs/Mile

683

Rim Diameter

17"

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 265/60R17 and may be used as replacements:

245/65R17 Safe 0.1% · -20mm · same rim 265/55R18 Safe 0.1% · same width · +1" rim 245/60R18 Safe 0.2% · -20mm · +1" rim 265/50R19 Safe 0.3% · same width · +2" rim 245/55R19 Safe 0.3% · -20mm · +2" rim 275/50R19 Safe 1.0% · +10mm · +2" rim 275/55R18 Safe 1.3% · +10mm · +1" rim 285/45R19 Safe 1.4% · +20mm · +2" rim 255/60R17 Caution 1.6% · -10mm · same rim 255/55R18 Caution 1.6% · -10mm · +1" rim 255/50R19 Caution 1.6% · -10mm · +2" rim 255/55R19 Caution 1.8% · -10mm · +2" rim

Understanding 265/60R17

The tire size 265/60R17 means the tire has a section width of 265mm, an aspect ratio of 60% (the sidewall height is 60% of the width), and fits a 17-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 265 x 0.6 = 159.0 mm
Overall Diameter = (159.0 x 2) + (17 x 25.4) = 749.8 mm
Circumference = 749.8 x π = 2355.6 mm

With an aspect ratio of 60%, this is a standard-profile tire that balances ride comfort with handling precision. This profile range is the most common for passenger cars, crossovers, and light SUVs.

Choosing Replacement Tires

When replacing 265/60R17 tires, verify the size matches your vehicle's tire placard (typically found on the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual). The NHTSA Tire Ratings Search tool lets you look up manufacturer load and speed ratings for specific tires.

Key factors beyond size: load index (must meet or exceed the vehicle's requirement), speed rating (must match or exceed the original specification), and seasonal type (all-season, summer, or winter) based on your driving conditions. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association recommends replacing all four tires at once, or at minimum in pairs on the same axle.