295/70R18 vs 275/65R18

295/70R18 vs 275/65R18: Comparision Size Chart


295/70R18 (Tire 1)275/65R18 (Tire 2)Difference
Tire Size In Inches34.3X11.6R1832.1X10.8R18
Diameter34.26"870.2 mm32.07"814.7 mm-6.38%
Tread Width11.6295 mm10.8"275 mm-6.78%
Rim Diameter18"457.2 mm18"457.2 mm0%
Sidewall Height8.13"206.5 mm7.04"178.75 mm-13.44%
Circumference107.63"2733.81 mm100.75"2733.81 mm-6.38%
Revs/Mile588.68 Revs/Mile628.88 Revs/Mile+40.2
Revs/Kilometer365.79 Revs/Mile390.77 Revs/Mile+24.98
Tire 1 Front View
11.6"
34.26"
Tire 2 Front View
11.6"
32.07"
Tire 1 Side View
Tire 1 Wheel
Circumference 1
107.63"
18"
8.13"
588.68 Revs/Mile
Tire 2 Side View
Tire 2 Wheel
Circumference 2
100.75"
18"
7.04"
628.88 Revs/Mile

Speedometer Error

295/70R18 (Mph)275/65R18 (Mph)
2018.72
3532.77
5046.81
6560.85
8074.9
9084.26
10093.62

275/65R18 vs 295/70R18: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison

* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.

295/70R18275/65R18
Wet/Snowy RoadsReduced TractionBetter Traction
Rough TerrainSmoother RideReduced Stability
Handling/SteeringBetterLess Responsive
Gas MileageBetterGood
Road NoiseQuietQuieter
CostMore ExpensiveLess Expensive

Can You Replace The 295/70R18 With The 275/65R18?

No, both tires have the same rim diameter, but the 275/65R18 has a smaller overall diameter than the 295/70R18 which is -6.81% (2.19-inch).

When you want to replace a different tire size, as a rule, for the rim diameter, you will need to be sure that your tires and rims are an exact match, e.g. a 295/70R18 tire will only fit on a 18″ diameter rim.

You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:

*Disclaimer: The information provided on the tire size is for general informational purposes only. We recommend that you consult a certified tire specialist or National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) sets specific guidelines for tires used on vehicles.


Share on:

Jamie Hicks

Sullivan Kane

Tire Technician at TireSizesCalculator

Sullivan is a Tire Technician specializing in tire repair at TireSizesCalculator. With over 6 years of experience in the industry, Sullivan has become an expert in tire repair, maintenance & installation.


Leave a Comment