How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

1.6%

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

1.6%

Absolute Difference

0.49"

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
2020.3+0.3
3030.5+0.5
4040.6+0.6
5050.8+0.8
6061+1
7071.1+1.1
8081.3+1.3
Tire 1Dia. 30.61 ″Rim 21 ″4.80 ″Width 12.01 ″Revs/Mile 659.0Circum. 96.2″Tire 2Dia. 31.10 ″Rim 21 ″5.05 ″Width 11.22 ″Revs/Mile 648.5Circum. 97.7″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
30.61"
Diameter
31.1"
12.01"
Width
11.22"
4.8"
Sidewall
5.05"
96.153"
Circum.
97.699"
659
Revs/Mile
648.5

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