355/35R22 vs 335/40R22
335/40R22 compared with 355/35R22
+2.4% diameter, −0.8" width
335/40R22 is 32.55" tall vs 31.78". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 355/35R22 and you fit 335/40R22, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 40 mph | 41.0 mph | +1.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 51.2 mph | +1.2 mph |
| 60 mph | 61.4 mph | +1.4 mph |
| 65 mph | 66.6 mph | +1.6 mph |
| 70 mph | 71.7 mph | +1.7 mph |
| 75 mph | 76.8 mph | +1.8 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.9 mph | +1.9 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 355/35R22 or 335/40R22?
- 335/40R22 is taller by 0.77 inches (32.55" vs 31.78"). 355/35R22 is wider by 0.79 inches.
- Can I replace 355/35R22 with 335/40R22?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +2.4%, 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 335/40R22 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 335/40R22 fitted (calibrated for 355/35R22), your real speed is 61.4 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 2.4%.
- Will 335/40R22 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.38 inches of ground clearance at the axle.