How it works

TireFlows

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Tire 1
/R
Tire 2
/R

Result

Diameter Difference

-2.3%

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

-2.3%

Absolute Difference

-0.71"

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
2019.5-0.5
3029.3-0.7
4039.1-0.9
5048.8-1.2
6058.6-1.4
7068.4-1.6
8078.2-1.8
Tire 1Dia. 30.81 ″Rim 20 ″5.40 ″Width 12.01 ″Revs/Mile 654.7Circum. 96.8″Tire 2Dia. 30.10 ″Rim 20 ″5.05 ″Width 11.22 ″Revs/Mile 670.1Circum. 94.6″
Tire 1
Specification
Tire 2
30.81"
Diameter
30.1"
12.01"
Width
11.22"
5.4"
Sidewall
5.05"
96.783"
Circum.
94.557"
654.7
Revs/Mile
670.1

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