How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

2.74%

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

2.74%

Absolute Difference

0.84"

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
2020.5+0.5
3030.8+0.8
4041.1+1.1
5051.4+1.4
6061.6+1.6
7071.9+1.9
8082.2+2.2
Tire 1Dia. 30.61 ″Rim 21 ″4.80 ″Width 12.01 ″Revs/Mile 659.0Circum. 96.2″Tire 2Dia. 31.45 ″Rim 21 ″5.23 ″Width 11.61 ″Revs/Mile 641.2Circum. 98.8″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
30.61"
Diameter
31.45"
12.01"
Width
11.61"
4.8"
Sidewall
5.23"
96.153"
Circum.
98.812"
659
Revs/Mile
641.2

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