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245/40R17 or 225/40R18 heavier?

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Old 05-30-2003, 08:52 AM
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245/40R17 or 225/40R18 heavier?
Assuming both tires are fitted with 8.5" width respective size wheels, which is heavier?

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depends on the weather
225/40-18 is marginally heavier because of the sidewall reinforcement of the lower profile tire
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