265/65R18 Tire Size: 31.6" Tall, a 32-Inch Tire
Straight answer
A 265/65R18 stands 31.6 inches tall and 10.4 inches wide on a 18-inch wheel, which makes it a 32-inch tire in truck-speak. NTW stocks 12 tire models in this size right now.
265/65R18 dimensions
Overall diameter
31.56"
Section width
10.43"
Sidewall height
6.78"
Wheel diameter
18"
Circumference
99.2"
Revolutions per mile
639
≈ 31.6x10.4R18 flotation. Nominal math; real tires run a few tenths off depending on brand, load range, rim width, and air pressure.
What 265/65R18 means
- 265Section width: 265 mm (10.4") wall to wall
- 65Aspect ratio: sidewall is 65% of the width, so 6.8" tall
- RRadial construction
- 18Fits a 18-inch wheel
Want the full rundown on sidewall codes, load index, and speed rating? Read how to read a tire size.
265/65R18 compared to nearby 18-inch sizes
Speedometer column assumes your truck is calibrated for 265/65R18 and reads 65 mph.
| Size | Height | vs 265/65R18 | Width change | Actual speed | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265/60R18 | 30.5" | -1.0" (-3.3%) | 0.0" | 62.9 mph | Full comparison |
| 255/70R18 | 32.1" | +0.5" (+1.6%) | -0.4" | 66.0 mph | Full comparison |
| 275/65R18 | 32.1" | +0.5" (+1.6%) | +0.4" | 66.1 mph | Full comparison |
| 285/65R18 | 32.6" | +1.0" (+3.2%) | +0.8" | 67.1 mph | Full comparison |
| 265/70R18 | 32.6" | +1.0" (+3.3%) | 0.0" | 67.1 mph | Full comparison |
Rule of thumb: inside 3% of stock diameter feels stock; past 8 to 10% and most owners budget for a re-gear. Run your exact numbers in the tire size calculator, or check what stepping down to 265/60R18 does.
Trucks that come with 265/65R18
- Toyota Tacoma (2005–2026) · 2024–2026: Limited, TRD Sport
- GMC Yukon XL (2015–2026) · 2015–2024: SLE, SLT
- GMC Canyon (2015–2026) · 2023–2025: Elevation, AT4
- GMC Yukon (2007–2026) · 2008–2024: SLE, Hybrid, SLT and others
- GMC Sierra 1500 (2007–2026) · 2007–2025: SLT, SLE, Hybrid and others
- Chevrolet Suburban (2015–2026) · 2015–2026: LS, LT, Commercial
- Chevrolet Colorado (2015–2026) · 2016–2025: Z71, Trail Boss
- Chevrolet Tahoe (2007–2026) · 2008–2026: LT, LS, Hybrid and others
- Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (2007–2026) · 2007–2026: LT, LTZ, WT and others
Tires in stock in 265/65R18
12 models, 16 SKUs at NTW (different load ranges and sidewall styles). Refreshed daily.
| Tire | Type | Options | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bfgoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ | All Terrain | 2 | $249 |
| Falken Wildpeak A/T4W | All Terrain | 2 | $298 |
| Nitto Ridge Grappler | All Terrain | 2 | $303 |
| Nitto Terra Grappler G3 | All Terrain | 2 | $290 |
| Bfgoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 | All Terrain | 1 | $330 |
| Falken Rubitrek A/T | All Terrain | 1 | $242 |
| Kenda Klever RT | All Terrain | 1 | $272 |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Boss AT | All Terrain | 1 | $305 |
| Toyo Open Country A/T III | All Terrain | 1 | $306 |
| Toyo Open Country C/T | All Terrain | 1 | $235 |
| Toyo Open Country H/T II | All Terrain | 1 | $243 |
| Toyo Open Country R/T | All Terrain | 1 | $312 |
Prices per tire at NTW when last checked; confirm at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is a 265/65R18 tire in inches?+
A 265/65R18 is 31.56 inches tall and 10.43 inches wide, with a 6.78-inch sidewall on a 18-inch wheel. Real mounted tires vary a few tenths of an inch by brand, load range, and rim width.
Is 265/65R18 a 32-inch tire?+
Close enough that everybody calls it one. It measures 31.6 inches, so it's sold and talked about as a 32. The flotation equivalent is 31.6x10.4R18.
What does 265/65R18 mean?+
265/65R18 means a tire 265 millimeters wide with a sidewall 65% as tall as it is wide, built for a 18-inch wheel.
265/65R18 vs 255/70R18: how much bigger?+
255/70R18 is 0.5 inches taller (1.6%) and 0.4 inches narrower. Going from 265/65R18 to 255/70R18, a speedometer reading 65 mph means you're actually doing 66.0.
Looking for another size? See the full truck tire size chart.