265/70 on 17x8.5 rim

Looking for a new wheel setup and not sure if 265/70 tire size fits on the 17x8.5 rim? Apparently, tires of a given size fit on a limited number of rims based on the wheel radius and width. To decide if 265/70 will fit the 17x8.5 wheels, we have examined data both from manufacturers and car tuners.

Our analytical report answers the question whether 265/70 tires match the 17x8.5 rim and what kind of inconveniences and troubles car owners may encounter using this combination. We also have collected the most popular tire sizes for the 17x8.5 rim and rim widths for a 265/70 R17 tire size.

On top of that we suggest exploring some real-life projects with photos to see how car enthusiasts managed to mount 265/70 tires size on the 17x8.5 rims.