Actual Width of 215/60-8 Tire Used on # AM3H300 Wheel and Tire Combo

Updated 01/28/2014 | Published 01/25/2014

Question:

I have a 5.70 x 8inch wheel on my camper now, how wide is this tire mounted on the rim? I am trying to see if I have the clearance for this wheel and tire.

asked by: John C

Expert Reply:

At its widest point, the # AM3H300 215/60-8 tire/wheel combo you mentioned is right at 8-1/2 inches wide. The tire is mounted on a 8 inch diameter by 7 inch wide wheel, versus the 3-3/4 inch wide wheel commonly used on 5.70 x 8 tires. A 5.70 x 8 tire is typically 18.1 inches in diameter, while the 215-60-8 will only be a tiny bit larger at 18.3 inches in diameter. The 215/60-8 tire would be quite a bit wider than what you are using now.

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expert reply by: Mike L