How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

1.2%

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

1.2%

Absolute Difference

0.33"

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
2020.2+0.2
3030.4+0.4
4040.5+0.5
5050.6+0.6
6060.7+0.7
7070.8+0.8
8081+1
Tire 1Dia. 27.52 ″Rim 16 ″5.76 ″Width 8.86 ″Revs/Mile 733.0Circum. 86.4″Tire 2Dia. 27.85 ″Rim 16 ″5.93 ″Width 8.46 ″Revs/Mile 724.2Circum. 87.5″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
27.52"
Diameter
27.85"
8.86"
Width
8.46"
5.76"
Sidewall
5.93"
86.443"
Circum.
87.495"
733
Revs/Mile
724.2

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