About the 255/50R19 Tire

The 255/50R19 is a common tire size for SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer.

With a 127.5 mm sidewall (50% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.

Compared to the baseline 245/40R19, this tire's overall diameter differs by +8.7% — a speedometer calibrated for 245/40R19 would read 92.0 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 737.6 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code255/50R19
Section Width255 mm
Aspect Ratio50%
Rim Diameter19"
Sidewall Height127.5 mm
Overall Diameter737.6 mm / 29.04"
Circumference2317.2 mm / 91.23"
Revolutions per km431.5
Revolutions per mile694.5

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
255/40R19 686.6 -51.0 -6.9% 107.4
255/45R19 712.1 -25.5 -3.5% 103.6
255/50R19 (current) 737.6 100.0
265/50R19 747.6 +10.0 +1.4% 98.7
255/50R20 763.0 +25.4 +3.4% 96.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 255/50R19 tire?
The overall diameter is 737.6 mm (29.04 in), with a 127.5 mm sidewall on a 19-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 255/50R19 tire make?
It makes 431.5 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2317.2 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 255/50R19 tires?
The 255/50R19 is standard OEM equipment on SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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