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235/75R17 vs 255/75R17

255/75R17 is 3.8% taller (+1.18 in) and 0.79 in wider than 235/75R17.

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255/75R17 is 3.8% taller than 235/75R17. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

235/75R17255/75R17Change
Diameter30.88″32.06″+1.18″+3.8%
Width9.25″10.04″+0.79″+8.5%
Sidewall6.94″7.53″+0.59″+8.5%
Circumference97.0″100.7″+3.7″+3.8%
Wheel17″17″Same
Revs per mile653629−24
SideTread
235/75R17255/75R17
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.3mph

Real speed on 255/75R17.

Ground clearance+0.59in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.39in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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235/75R17 or 255/75R17?

Can I use 255/75R17 instead of 235/75R17?

255/75R17 is 3.8% taller than 235/75R17. 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 255/75R17 you are really doing 62.3 mph if the speedometer was set up for 235/75R17. Going the other way, 235/75R17 would make it read 57.8 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.59 in (+15 mm) under the axle.

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