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235/55R17 vs 235/60R17

235/60R17 is 3.4% taller (+0.93 in) and the same width than 235/55R17.

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235/60R17 is 3.4% taller than 235/55R17. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

235/55R17235/60R17Change
Diameter27.18″28.10″+0.93″+3.4%
Width9.25″9.25″0.00″0.0%
Sidewall5.09″5.55″+0.46″+9.1%
Circumference85.4″88.3″+2.9″+3.4%
Wheel17″17″Same
Revs per mile742718−24
SideTread
235/55R17235/60R17
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.0mph

Real speed on 235/60R17.

Ground clearance+0.46in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side0.00in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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235/55R17 or 235/60R17?

Can I use 235/60R17 instead of 235/55R17?

235/60R17 is 3.4% taller than 235/55R17. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.

Will my speedometer be off?

At an indicated 60 mph on 235/60R17 you are really doing 62.0 mph if the speedometer was set up for 235/55R17. Going the other way, 235/55R17 would make it read 58.0 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.46 in (+12 mm) under the axle.

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