What Is Revolutions Per Mile?
Learn what tire revolutions per mile means and why it changes with tire diameter.
Revolutions per mile estimates how many times a tire rotates while traveling one mile.
A larger tire generally has fewer revolutions per mile. A smaller tire generally has more revolutions per mile.
This value can affect speedometer readings, odometer readings, gearing behavior, and vehicle calibration assumptions.
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