How To Measure Truck Tires?

When purchasing truck tires, it is important to buy the right size. Trucks have several different sizes of tires and the sizes will vary from one model to the next, even if they are manufactured by the same company. Those who recently purchased a new truck and have never owned one before are often unaware of this. In order to purchase the right size of truck tires, proper measurement must be taken and recorded. This article will explain the right method for measuring truck tires.

First, measure the entire width of the tire, which is the distance from the outer part of one end to the opposite end, directly across in a straight line. This measurement will the same no matter which way it is taken, as long as the line is straight. Be sure to take the measurement while the tire is inflated to the pressure it is supposed to be; measuring a tire that is starting to flatten or is low may result in an inaccurate recording. Next, measure the width of the tire without any of the decorations, which are placed on some tires by manufacturers. This measurement is called the section width.

After this, measure the width of the tread. This measurement is exactly what it implies - the measurement of the innermost edge of the tread to the outermost edge. The diameter of the tire should be measured also. To do this, simply measure from the highest point of the tread on one side of the tire to the highest point of the tread on the other side, directly across in a straight line. Next, measure the tire’s section height. This number is obtained by measuring the vertical length from the outermost part of the tread to the tire’s bead seat. Bead seats are located on the inner part of the tire that sits against the wheel itself. There should be not be a load on the tire and it must be mounted when this measurement is taken. Lastly, measure the rim’s diameter, which is the distance from the bead seats on each side of the tire. Write the numbers on paper before going shopping.