How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

3%

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

3%

Absolute Difference

0.87"

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
3030.9+0.9
4041.2+1.2
5051.5+1.5
6061.8+1.8
7072.1+2.1
8082.4+2.4
Tire 1Dia. 29.04 ″Rim 18 ″5.52 ″Width 10.04 ″Revs/Mile 694.4Circum. 91.2″Tire 2Dia. 29.91 ″Rim 18 ″5.95 ″Width 10.83 ″Revs/Mile 674.3Circum. 94.0″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
29.04"
Diameter
29.91"
10.04"
Width
10.83"
5.52"
Sidewall
5.95"
91.242"
Circum.
93.963"
694.4
Revs/Mile
674.3

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