How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

-1.65%

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

-1.65%

Absolute Difference

-0.47"

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
2019.7-0.3
3029.5-0.5
4039.3-0.7
5049.2-0.8
6059-1
7068.8-1.2
8078.7-1.3
Tire 1Dia. 28.57 ″Rim 17 ″5.79 ″Width 9.65 ″Revs/Mile 705.8Circum. 89.8″Tire 2Dia. 28.10 ″Rim 17 ″5.55 ″Width 9.25 ″Revs/Mile 717.7Circum. 88.3″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
28.57"
Diameter
28.1"
9.65"
Width
9.25"
5.79"
Sidewall
5.55"
89.77"
Circum.
88.286"
705.8
Revs/Mile
717.7

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