275/70R17 Tire Size: 32.2" Tall, a 32-Inch Tire
Straight answer
A 275/70R17 stands 32.2 inches tall and 10.8 inches wide on a 17-inch wheel, which makes it a 32-inch tire in truck-speak. NTW stocks 7 tire models in this size right now.
275/70R17 dimensions
Overall diameter
32.16"
Section width
10.83"
Sidewall height
7.58"
Wheel diameter
17"
Circumference
101.0"
Revolutions per mile
627
≈ 32.2x10.8R17 flotation. Nominal math; real tires run a few tenths off depending on brand, load range, rim width, and air pressure.
What 275/70R17 means
- 275Section width: 275 mm (10.8") wall to wall
- 70Aspect ratio: sidewall is 70% of the width, so 7.6" tall
- RRadial construction
- 17Fits a 17-inch wheel
Want the full rundown on sidewall codes, load index, and speed rating? Read how to read a tire size.
275/70R17 compared to nearby 17-inch sizes
Speedometer column assumes your truck is calibrated for 275/70R17 and reads 65 mph.
| Size | Height | vs 275/70R17 | Width change | Actual speed | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 245/75R17 | 31.5" | -0.7" (-2.1%) | -1.2" | 63.6 mph | Full comparison |
| 265/70R17 | 31.6" | -0.6" (-1.7%) | -0.4" | 63.9 mph | Full comparison |
| 235/80R17 | 31.8" | -0.4" (-1.1%) | -1.6" | 64.3 mph | Full comparison |
| 285/70R17 | 32.7" | +0.6" (+1.7%) | +0.4" | 66.1 mph | Full comparison |
| 33x12.50R17 | 33.0" | +0.8" (+2.6%) | +1.7" | 66.7 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 235/80R17 does.
Trucks that come with 275/70R17
- Ram 1500 (2011–2026) · 2011–2012: Outdoorsman
Tires in stock in 275/70R17
7 models, 9 SKUs at NTW (different load ranges and sidewall styles). Refreshed daily.
| Tire | Type | Options | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bfgoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 | All Terrain | 2 | $306 |
| Toyo Open Country R/T Trail | All Terrain | 2 | $274 |
| BFGoodrich HD All Terrain KT | All Terrain | 1 | $360 |
| Falken Wildpeak A/T4W | All Terrain | 1 | $306 |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP | All Terrain | 1 | $302 |
| Nitto Ridge Grappler | All Terrain | 1 | $326 |
| Nitto Terra Grappler G3 | All Terrain | 1 | $305 |
Prices per tire at NTW when last checked; confirm at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is a 275/70R17 tire in inches?+
A 275/70R17 is 32.16 inches tall and 10.83 inches wide, with a 7.58-inch sidewall on a 17-inch wheel. Real mounted tires vary a few tenths of an inch by brand, load range, and rim width.
Is 275/70R17 a 32-inch tire?+
Close enough that everybody calls it one. It measures 32.2 inches, so it's sold and talked about as a 32. The flotation equivalent is 32.2x10.8R17.
What does 275/70R17 mean?+
275/70R17 means a tire 275 millimeters wide with a sidewall 70% as tall as it is wide, built for a 17-inch wheel.
275/70R17 vs 285/70R17: how much bigger?+
285/70R17 is 0.6 inches taller (1.7%) and 0.4 inches wider. Going from 275/70R17 to 285/70R17, a speedometer reading 65 mph means you're actually doing 66.1.
Looking for another size? See the full truck tire size chart.