What does 225-55-r18 mean?

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MacColeman
07/30/25 6:35am
225-55-r18 refers to the specifications of a tire. Below is a detailed explanation of its components: 1. 205: Indicates the tire width is 205mm. 2. 55: Represents the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 55% of the tire width. 3. R: Denotes that the tire is a radial tire, constructed with layers running radially across the tire. 4. 18: Indicates the rim diameter is 18 inches. Additional relevant information: 1. Tires are circular elastic rubber products mounted on various vehicles or machinery, designed to roll on the ground. They operate under complex and demanding conditions, enduring various deformations, loads, forces, and extreme temperatures during use. 2. There are two main types of commonly used tires: low-pressure tires and tubeless tires. Low-pressure tires contain an inner tube and are primarily used in ordinary cars and motorcycles. Tubeless tires do not have an inner tube; the outer tire also serves as the inner tube, and they are mainly used in passenger cars and light vehicles.
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