About the 255/50R20 Tire

The 255/50R20 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 265/50R20, this tire's overall diameter differs by -1.3% — a speedometer calibrated for 265/50R20 would read 101.3 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 763.0 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code255/50R20
Section Width255 mm
Aspect Ratio50%
Rim Diameter20"
Sidewall Height127.5 mm
Overall Diameter763.0 mm / 30.04"
Circumference2397.0 mm / 94.37"
Revolutions per km417.2
Revolutions per mile671.4

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
255/45R20 737.5 -25.5 -3.3% 103.5
255/50R19 737.6 -25.4 -3.3% 103.4
255/50R20 (current) 763.0 100.0
265/50R20 773.0 +10.0 +1.3% 98.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 255/50R20 tire?
The overall diameter is 763.0 mm (30.04 in), with a 127.5 mm sidewall on a 20-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 255/50R20 tire make?
It makes 417.2 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2397.0 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 255/50R20 tires?
The 255/50R20 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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