About Tire Reference
Tire Reference is an independent tire and wheel resource built to turn complex sizing data into clear, actionable answers — whether you are shopping for your daily driver or planning an overland build.
Our mission
Tire sizing is full of codes, tolerances, and trade-offs that are easy to misread. Tire Reference exists to provide accurate, easy-to-understand tire calculations and fitment information so you can compare options with confidence before you buy.
We focus on transparent math, practical context, and tools that respect your time — no sign-up walls, no jargon for its own sake, and no guesswork where numbers should do the talking.
What we build
Tire Reference brings together calculators, comparison workflows, and educational tire size guides in one place.
Tire Size Calculator
Convert metric tire codes into overall diameter, section width, sidewall height, circumference, and revolutions per mile.
Tire Comparison Calculator
Compare two tire sizes side by side with diameter change, speedometer impact, and fitment guidance.
Wheel Offset Calculator
Model offset, poke, backspacing, and clearance before committing to a new wheel setup.
Gear Ratio Calculator
Estimate how a taller or shorter tire changes effective gearing, cruise RPM, and regear needs.
Speedometer Calculator
See how a tire size change affects indicated speed versus true road speed using our comparison tools.
Fitment Resources
Browse tire size hubs, OEM-style specs, equivalents, and vehicle-oriented fitment context.
Why trust Tire Reference
Our calculators are built on widely used tire sizing conventions and standard geometric formulas applied to metric and flotation tire formats. Where we show specs, comparisons, or fitment context, we aim to explain how the numbers are derived — not just what they are.
Accuracy, clarity, and transparency guide every feature we ship. Calculator output is a strong starting point for research, but we always encourage you to confirm final fitment against your vehicle, wheels, and intended use. Read our disclaimer for more detail.
Who it's for
Tire Reference is designed for anyone who needs dependable tire math without digging through scattered forum threads.
- Everyday drivers
- Off-road enthusiasts
- Overland builders
- Mechanics
- Automotive professionals
- Wheel & tire shoppers
We're continually expanding Tire Reference with new calculators, comparison tools, and educational resources to help drivers make informed decisions. Have a suggestion? Get in touch.