Jeep Wrangler tire sizes explained. Depending on the model you drive, tires sizes can vary. However, generally speaking, when it comes to the standard factory size, the Wrangler come with 15″-17″ tires. The first set of numbers (255) refers to the tire width in millimeters.
Also, will 33 inch tires fit stock Jeep Wrangler? 33-inch tires can be fitted to a stock Jeep Wrangler JK, but with minimum clearance on the front bumper and not enough clearance for full articulation off-road.
Amazingly, how big of a tire can I fit on my Jeep? On a 33″ tire, that can range from slightly less than 10 inches to over 11 inches as a general rule. You might be able to get by with the 33″ tire in terms of height, but the width will probably cause rubbing from inner fenders, suspension parts, or end links. Especially if your Wrangler is still stock height.
You asked, can you fit 35 inch tires on a stock Jeep Wrangler JK? Technically, yes. You can indeed put 35s on a stock Jeep Wrangler JK and drive around town without issue.
In this regard, how big of tires can you put on a Jeep Wrangler without a lift? 33″ is the largest you can go without a lift, 10 inches wide without spacers, 12.5 with spacers. When you do go off-road, airing down allows the rubber to do its thing, but if you have only 5 inches of sidewall, there isn’t much it can do.
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What are the biggest tires I can put on my jeep without a lift?
The largest tire you can fit without a chance of problems on road is a 33×10 tire (also called a “pizza cutter”). An example is the 255/80/17 BFG KM2. Because this tire is the same width as most stock JK tires, there is no issue on road, despite the larger diameter. You can run this size without issue.
Can I fit 33s with a 2 inch lift?
A 2 inch lift with correct rims will fit 33s . If you go down a tyre size it will still be all legal and less hassle . A 285 75 16 will be a better fit , with no need for a body lift .
What is the largest tire you can run on a stock JK?
It is true that the largest diameter tire you can fit on a stock JK without issue (read on) is 33” in diameter. With this diameter, you shouldn’t have any issues on the street. However, you could get some contact with your fenders if you flex offroad.
Can you put 33 inch tires on 17 inch rims?
33-inch tires work well with rims that measure 15 or 16 inches in width, while 35-inch tires should only be used with rims that are at least 17-inches wide.
Does lifting a Jeep cause problems?
If you lift your jeep too high and don’t replace your stock control arms, your wheelbase will be shortened and you may get vibrations in the drive line from improper pinion angles. The taller the lift, the bigger the issue you will have using the stock control arms.
Will 285 tires fit Jeep Wrangler?
They’re all identical. The only difference is that the JL Wrangler uses 14mm lug studs now, but all the 2007+ wheels can still fit, and can still all run the same tire sizes. 285/75-17 is what I’m running and they measure 33.00″ tall on the Jeep.
Can I put 37 inch tires on a stock Jeep?
So can you get 37 inch tires on your Jeep? Yes you can, if you make a plan ahead of time.
How much lift do you need for 35-inch tires Jeep Wrangler?
If you want to put 35-inch tires on your Jeep Wrangler JK, you’re going to also need to install a lift kit of at least 1.75″ or more in order to get enough space.
How much lift do you need for 35-inch tires?
For a 35s tire, you need a lift of at least 2.5 inches for proper clearance and at most a lift of about 3.5 inches, though these depend on the vehicle’s backspacing, the offset of its wheels and even how wide the tires really are.
How do you tell if a Jeep is lifted?
Measure from the top of the front axle tube to the bottom of the frame. A stock jku is 5″ You might also look on top of the coils and see if there is a tall plastic puck on top of them, if you do that would be the lift height.