Section Width305 mm (12.0")
Aspect Ratio158%
Rim Diameter38"
Overall Diameter1929 mm (75.9")
Sidewall Height482 mm
Circumference6060 mm
305/158R38 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 305/158R38 tire size

Size geometry

A 305/158R38 tire has a 305mm section width and a 158% aspect ratio, mounted on a 38-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 481.9mm (18.97") and overall outside diameter is 1929.0mm (75.94"). At highway speed the tire completes about 165 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 305/158R38 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 295/163R38 and 315/153R38. 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 305/158R38 you can upsize to 315/149R39 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 295/168R37 (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 305/158R38 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 305/158R38

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