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245/35R21 vs 285/35R21

285/35R21 is 4.0% taller (+1.10 in) and 1.57 in wider than 245/35R21.

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285/35R21 is 4.0% taller than 245/35R21. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

245/35R21285/35R21Change
Diameter27.75″28.85″+1.10″+4.0%
Width9.65″11.22″+1.57″+16.3%
Sidewall3.38″3.93″+0.55″+16.3%
Circumference87.2″90.6″+3.5″+4.0%
Wheel21″21″Same
Revs per mile727699−28
SideTread
245/35R21285/35R21
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.4mph

Real speed on 285/35R21.

Ground clearance+0.55in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.79in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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245/35R21 or 285/35R21?

Can I use 285/35R21 instead of 245/35R21?

285/35R21 is 4.0% taller than 245/35R21. 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 285/35R21 you are really doing 62.4 mph if the speedometer was set up for 245/35R21. Going the other way, 245/35R21 would make it read 57.7 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.55 in (+14 mm) under the axle.

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