1997 Pontiac Trans Sport Tire Size
There are multiple tire sizes for your 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport that depend upon the trim level. Look for your trim level below to get a color-coded explanation of your tire size. Then pick the best tire size for your 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Trim Options:
3 Dr. Reg. Length
P205/70R15 95
Simplified Size: 205-70-15
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is P205/70R15 95S. A color-coded explanation of the 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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205 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 205 millimeters. | ||||||
15 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 15 inches in diameter. | ||||||
95 | This tire has a load index of 95, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1518 pounds (690 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
70 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 70%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 70% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 143 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of S, which means 111 mph (180 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
4 Dr. Ext. Length
P215/70R15 97
Simplified Size: 215-70-15
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport is P215/70R15 97S. A color-coded explanation of the 1997 Pontiac Trans Sport's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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215 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 215 millimeters. | ||||||
15 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 15 inches in diameter. | ||||||
97 | This tire has a load index of 97, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1606 pounds (730 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
70 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 70%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 70% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 150 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of S, which means 111 mph (180 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |