285/55R18

Standard Metric

Factory Specs, Physical Dimensions & Compatible Vehicle Applications

Factory Spec Overview

The 285/55R18 tire size features an overall diameter of 30.34 inches, a section width of 11.2 inches (285mm), and rotates 665 times per mile. It is a standard factory tire fitment on 6+ vehicle models including Mercedes-Benz G55.

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Physical Dimensions & Specs

Overall Diameter

30.34"

770.6 mm

Section Width

285 mm

11.22" wide

Sidewall Height

6.17"

156.7 mm (55% aspect)

Revolutions / Mile

665

Circumference: 95.32"

Rim Diameter

18"

Wheel size

Recommended Rim Width

7.1" - 10"

Optimal rim width range

Speedometer & Alternate Size Calculator

Testing an alternate size for your vehicle? Compare 285/55R18 against any proposed tire size below:

Popular Comparisons:
Tire 1 (Stock / Base)285/55R18
Overall Height:30.3"
Sidewall:6.2"
Revs/Mile:665
Tire 2 (New / Compare)245/60R18
Overall Height:29.6"
Sidewall:5.8"
Revs/Mile:682

Visual Tire & Wheel Comparison

Tire 130.3" HeightTire 229.6" Height

Speedometer Variance

-2.5%At 60 mph reading, actual speed is 58.5 mph
IndicatedActual SpeedDiff
20 mph19.5 mph-0.5 mph
30 mph29.2 mph-0.8 mph
45 mph43.9 mph-1.1 mph
60 mph58.5 mph-1.5 mph
75 mph73.1 mph-1.9 mph
90 mph87.7 mph-2.3 mph

Fender & Suspension Clearance

Fitment Status: MODERATE RISK

Flush fitment. Extends 17.7mm outwards. Check wheel arch clearance under full suspension compression.

Inner Strut Space:7.7mm LESS clearance
Outer Fender Push:Extends 17.7mm further out
Ride Height Delta:-0.38" lower ground clearance

Vehicles That Fit 285/55R18 (6+ Models)

Factory standard and optional vehicle fitments utilizing 285/55R18 tires:

YearMake & ModelTrim / VariantLookup Specs
2003Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2003 G55
2004Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2004 G55
2005Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2005 G55
2006Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2006 G55
2007Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2007 G55
2008Mercedes-Benz G55G55View 2008 G55