285/55R20 vs 33x12.50R20

33x12.50R20 is 0.7" taller than 285/55R20 (2.0%)

Diameter difference+2.03%diameter 32.34" → 33.00"
285/55R2033x12.50R20
285/55R2033x12.50R20Difference
Overall diameter32.34"33.00"+0.66"
Section width11.22"12.50"+1.28"
Sidewall height6.17"6.50"+0.33"
Circumference101.6"103.7"+2.1"
Revolutions per mile624611−12
Wheel diameter20"20"±0"

Speedometer

ShowsActualDiff
30 mph30.6 mph+0.6
45 mph45.9 mph+0.9
60 mph61.2 mph+1.2
70 mph71.4 mph+1.4
80 mph81.6 mph+1.6

Gear ratio to match

CurrentEquivalent
3.423.49
3.553.62
3.733.81
4.104.18

33x12.50R20 is 0.66" taller than 285/55R20, a +2.03% change in diameter, inside the 3% range most shops treat as a safe swap.

Ground clearance changes by 0.33" (half the diameter change), and the tire needs 0.33" more room above it.

33x12.50R20 is 1.28" wider. On the same wheel offset about half of that, 0.64", moves toward the suspension and half toward the fender.

Both fit a 20" wheel; the sidewall is 0.33" taller on 33x12.50R20.

Details: 285/55R20 in inches · 33x12.50R20 in inches · change sizes in the calculator

FAQ

What is the difference between 285/55R20 and 33x12.50R20?

33x12.50R20 is 0.66" taller (+2.03%) and 1.28" wider than 285/55R20.

Will 33x12.50R20 change my speedometer?

Yes, by +2.03%. When the speedometer shows 60 mph you would be going 61.2 mph.

Can I replace 285/55R20 with 33x12.50R20?

Often yes: the diameter change of +2.0% is within the common 3% guideline. Check the load index, speed rating and clearance.