How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

-2.69%

Safety Rating

Safe

Within the recommended 3% safety margin.

The 3% rule is a common reference — not vehicle-specific advice. How it works

Speedometer Error

-2.69%

Absolute Difference

-0.75"

Speedometer

Assumes Tire 1 is what the speedometer is calibrated for. Shows approximate actual speed if you switch to Tire 2.

Reading (mph)Actual (mph)Difference
2019.5-0.5
3029.2-0.8
4038.9-1.1
5048.7-1.3
6058.4-1.6
7068.1-1.9
8077.8-2.2
Tire 1Dia. 27.85 ″Rim 16 ″5.93 ″Width 8.46 ″Revs/Mile 724.2Circum. 87.5″Tire 2Dia. 27.10 ″Rim 16 ″5.55 ″Width 9.25 ″Revs/Mile 744.1Circum. 85.1″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
27.85"
Diameter
27.1"
8.46"
Width
9.25"
5.93"
Sidewall
5.55"
87.495"
Circum.
85.145"
724.2
Revs/Mile
744.1

How results are calculated

Tire dimensions are calculated from the metric size format (width / aspect ratio / rim diameter). Diameter, circumference, and revolutions per mile are derived mathematically — no fitment or vehicle data is used.

The 3% rule is a general reference for acceptable diameter difference, not a guarantee. Always check your vehicle manual or consult a tire professional.

How it works