How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

2.82%

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

2.82%

Absolute Difference

0.78"

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
2020.6+0.6
3030.8+0.8
4041.1+1.1
5051.4+1.4
6061.7+1.7
7072+2
8082.3+2.3
Tire 1Dia. 27.65 ″Rim 18 ″4.82 ″Width 9.65 ″Revs/Mile 729.5Circum. 86.9″Tire 2Dia. 28.43 ″Rim 18 ″5.22 ″Width 10.43 ″Revs/Mile 709.3Circum. 89.3″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
27.65"
Diameter
28.43"
9.65"
Width
10.43"
4.82"
Sidewall
5.22"
86.851"
Circum.
89.325"
729.5
Revs/Mile
709.3

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