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265/35R15 tire size

265/35R15 in inches: 22.30" overall diameter — 10.43" wide, 3.65" sidewall.

Methodology: dimensions are calculated from standard ETRTO tire-size formulas. Last reviewed June 2026 by the TreadSize editorial team.

265/35R15 tire detail photo with TreadSize diameter, width, and rim measurement card

Overall diameter 22.30 in 566.5 mm

Section width 10.43 in 265 mm

Sidewall height 3.65 in 92.75 mm

Revs / mile 904 speedo calibration

Before you fit 265/35R15: verify the vehicle placard, load index, speed rating, wheel offset, and full-lock/full-compression clearance. Nominal dimensions do not guarantee a safe physical fit.

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Full dimensions

Measurement	Metric	Imperial
Overall diameter	566.5 mm	22.30 in
Section width	265 mm	10.43 in
Sidewall height	92.75 mm	3.65 in
Rim diameter	381 mm	15 in
Circumference	1779.7 mm	70.07 in
Revolutions per mile	904.3
Aspect ratio	35%

Formula-only page, pending data review

TreadSize can calculate the physical dimensions for 265/35R15, but the current first-party NHTSA size dataset has no complaint or recall row for this exact size. This page is marked noindex until a real safety record exists; no complaint counts, recall counts, or verified safety claims are inferred from nearby sizes.

Source checked: NHTSA ODI — Consumer Complaints (FLAT_CMPL) + Recalls (FLAT_RCL), U.S. DOT public domain; Complaints through 2021. For current recall research, use NHTSA.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the overall diameter of a 265/35R15 tire?

A 265/35R15 tire has an overall diameter of 22.30 inches (566.5 mm).

How tall is a 265/35R15 tire?

The sidewall height is 92.75 mm (3.65 inches), and the overall diameter from the ground to the top of the tire is 22.30 inches.

How many revolutions per mile does a 265/35R15 tire make?

A 265/35R15 tire makes approximately 904 revolutions per mile. Your speedometer is calibrated to this number.

What rim size does a 265/35R15 tire fit?

A 265/35R15 tire is designed for a 15-inch rim (381 mm).

All dimensions calculated using standard ETRTO formulas. Always confirm fitment with your vehicle's door-placard and a qualified tire professional before purchasing.