265/30R24 vs 275/30R24
275/30R24 compared with 265/30R24
+0.8% diameter, +0.4" width
275/30R24 is 30.50" tall vs 30.26". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 265/30R24 and you fit 275/30R24, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 265/30R24 or 275/30R24?
- 275/30R24 is taller by 0.24 inches (30.50" vs 30.26"). 275/30R24 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 265/30R24 with 275/30R24?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +0.8%, inside the 3% rule of thumb most tire shops use. Check that the wider or taller tire clears your suspension and fenders, and that its load index meets your placard.
- How much will 275/30R24 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 275/30R24 fitted (calibrated for 265/30R24), your real speed is 60.5 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 0.8%.
- Will 275/30R24 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.12 inches of ground clearance at the axle.