Tire Ruler195/60R15 dimensions
| Overall diameter (height) | 24.21″ · 615 mm |
| Section width | 7.68″ · 195 mm |
| Sidewall height | 4.61″ · 117 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 15″ |
| Rim width (rule of thumb) | 5.5–7″ |
| Circumference | 76.1″ |
| Revolutions per mile | 833 |
| In inches (flotation style) | 24.2 × 7.7R15 |
How it’s calculated: the sidewall is 60% of the 195 mm width = 117.0 mm (4.61″). Add two sidewalls to the 15″ wheel: 15 + 2 × 4.61 = 24.21″.
Bigger tires than 195/60R15 on 15″ wheels
| Size | Height | Taller by | 60 mph reads |
|---|---|---|---|
| 195/65R15 | 25.0″ | +0.77″ (+3.2%) | 61.9 mph |
| 205/65R15 | 25.5″ | +1.28″ (+5.3%) | 63.2 mph |
“60 mph reads” is your real speed when a speedometer set up for 195/60R15 shows 60. Above about 3% taller, most trucks need a leveling kit or lift, and the speedometer should be recalibrated.
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Frequently asked questions
Is 195/60R15 a 24 inch tire?
Yes. 195/60R15 is 24.21 inches tall, so it's sold and talked about as a 24-inch tire.
What size is 195/60R15 in inches?
195/60R15 is 24.2 inches tall (overall diameter), 7.7 inches wide, with a 4.6 inch sidewall, and fits a 15 inch wheel.
What tire size is equivalent to 195/60R15?
No common size on a 15" wheel is within 1.5% of 195/60R15's diameter. Use the calculator above to compare any size.
What rim width fits 195/60R15?
As a rule of thumb, about 5.5–7 inches. The tire maker's spec sheet lists the approved range for each model.
How many revolutions per mile does 195/60R15 make?
About 833 revolutions per mile in theory (circumference 76.1 in). Real tires turn slightly more because they flatten under load.