Tire width question

[justincase289]

So I’ve always run the tire size that came stock which is 275/70R18 but I’m curious about bumping to a 300 or 325/65R18. Any expected change in MPG? I’m hoping wider will give a little more stick when punching the accelerator

Also looking at Falken wild peak a/t3w or a nitro grappler variation. I’m mostly on roads but do get into mucky water here in south Florida from time to time


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[threegenpowerstroke98]

Weight of the tire will have more effect on fuel mileage than width. The friction in a tire is from the sidewall, not the tread, so a wider tire of the same weight should, in theory have no effect on fuel mileage.

 

[justincase289]

Weight of the tire will have more effect on fuel mileage than width. The friction in a tire is from the sidewall, not the tread, so a wider tire of the same weight should, in theory have no effect on fuel mileage.

Thanks for the reply!


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