Section Width285 mm (11.2")
Aspect Ratio12%
Rim Diameter27"
Overall Diameter754 mm (29.7")
Sidewall Height34 mm
Circumference2369 mm
285/12R27 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 285/12R27 tire size

Size geometry

A 285/12R27 tire has a 285mm section width and a 12% aspect ratio, mounted on a 27-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 34.2mm (1.35") and overall outside diameter is 754.2mm (29.69"). At highway speed the tire completes about 422 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 285/12R27 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 275/12R27 and 295/12R27. 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 285/12R27 you can upsize to 295/7R28 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 275/17R26 (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 285/12R27 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 285/12R27

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