What does 65 stand for on a tire?

aspect ratio
“65” in the sequence is the aspect ratio of the tire. The aspect ratio is a percentage, and it tells you the ratio of the tire’s height to its width. In this example, the aspect ratio number “65” means that the tire’s height is 65 percent of its width.

What is the difference between a 94v or 94w tire?

The only difference is the speed rating, and since the 3er is limited to 250km/h (150mph) anyway, just get the V-speed rating.

Which tire is taller 70 or 75?

I think the 75 series tire is roughly 1″ taller than the 70 series…. so 1/2″ more sidewall… not a lot of difference. The 75 definately “looks” better and might even get ya better mileage as you’re not turning as fast….

Which tire is bigger 265 or 275?

Going from 265/70/17 to 275/70/17 isn’t a big deal. Depending on the specific dimensions of the tire, the only difference will be 0.4″ wider and 0.6″ taller per tire. The biggest difference is going to be going from a passenger rated tire to a light truck tire.

What is the difference in a 70 and a 75 tire?

What does 75 mean on tires?

LOAD INDEX

LOAD INDEX	LOAD (lbs)
74	827
75	853
76	882
77	908

What does the speed rating on a tire mean?

A tire’s certified speed rating is given a letter from A to Z, ranging from 5km/h (3mph) to above 300 km/h (186 mph). This rating system (see below) shows the top speed for which a tire is certified. It does not indicate the total performance capability of a tire. Why Were Tire Speed Ratings Developed?

What do you need to know about ZR tires?

Tires having a maximum speed capability over 149 MPH may have “ZR” in the size designation. Tires with a maximum speed capability over 186 MPH are required to include “ZR” in the designation.

What does h mean on a tire rating?

For that, you need to know a little bit about speed ratings . Speed ratings on tires are expressed in letters and are generally listed along with the load index for a tire after the size, for instance 245/40R18 93H. 93 is a load index and the “H” is the speed rating.

What does Z mean on a tire rating?

The service description is more specific about the speed rating, so putting the Z in the size is mainly just an aesthetic choice. W and Y speed ratings are both rated for higher speeds than 149 mph, 168 mph and 186 mph respectively, which makes them also Z-rated tires.