How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

-0.7%

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

-0.7%

Absolute Difference

-0.18"

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
2019.9-0.1
3029.8-0.2
4039.7-0.3
5049.7-0.3
6059.6-0.4
7069.5-0.5
8079.4-0.6
Tire 1Dia. 25.86 ″Rim 17 ″4.43 ″Width 8.86 ″Revs/Mile 779.9Circum. 81.2″Tire 2Dia. 25.68 ″Rim 17 ″4.34 ″Width 9.65 ″Revs/Mile 785.3Circum. 80.7″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
25.86"
Diameter
25.68"
8.86"
Width
9.65"
4.43"
Sidewall
4.34"
81.236"
Circum.
80.68"
779.9
Revs/Mile
785.3

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