Section Width285 mm (11.2")
Aspect Ratio278%
Rim Diameter12"
Overall Diameter1889 mm (74.4")
Sidewall Height792 mm
Circumference5936 mm
285/278R12 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 285/278R12 tire size

Size geometry

A 285/278R12 tire has a 285mm section width and a 278% aspect ratio, mounted on a 12-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 792.3mm (31.19") and overall outside diameter is 1889.4mm (74.39"). At highway speed the tire completes about 168 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 285/278R12 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 275/288R12 and 295/269R12. 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 285/278R12 you can upsize to 295/264R13 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 275/293R11 (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 285/278R12 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 285/278R12

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