Section Width265 mm (10.4")
Aspect Ratio42%
Rim Diameter27"
Overall Diameter908 mm (35.8")
Sidewall Height111 mm
Circumference2854 mm
265/42R27 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 265/42R27 tire size

Size geometry

A 265/42R27 tire has a 265mm section width and a 42% aspect ratio, mounted on a 27-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 111.3mm (4.38") and overall outside diameter is 908.4mm (35.76"). At highway speed the tire completes about 350 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 265/42R27 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 255/44R27 and 275/40R27. Both keep your speedometer reading within 1% — safe for daily use, ABS, and stability control. Always verify load and speed ratings before swapping.

Plus / minus sizing options

For a 265/42R27 you can upsize to 275/36R28 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 255/49R26 (minus-one) for a softer ride or winter setup. Both stay inside the Âą3% diameter tolerance that ABS and TPMS systems expect.

Vehicle compatibility

0 vehicles in our database run the 265/42R27 tire size from the factory. Aftermarket fitment depends on rim width, offset, and clearance — match these specs to your wheel before purchasing tires.

Vehicles Using 265/42R27

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