2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST Tire Size
Your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST was manufactured with multiple tire sizes. Choose a tire size below to get a color-coded explanation of the differences. Then pick the best tire size for your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST.
Trim Options:
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P265/70R17 113
Simplified Size: 265-70-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST is P265/70R17 113R. A color-coded explanation of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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265 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 265 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
113 | This tire has a load index of 113, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 2530 pounds (1150 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 185 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 R, which means 105 mph (170 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
4x2 Quad Cab4x2 Reg. Cab4x4 Quad Cab4x4 Reg. Cab
P265/70R17 113
Simplified Size: 265-70-17
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST is P265/70R17 113S. A color-coded explanation of the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 ST's tire size is shown below.
P | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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265 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 265 millimeters. | ||||||
17 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter. | ||||||
113 | This tire has a load index of 113, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 2530 pounds (1150 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 185 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. |