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The World’s Largest Tires on a Stock Jeep Wrangler

The World’s Largest Tires on a Stock Jeep Wrangler

The largest tires for a Jeep Wrangler are the largest size that can be fitted on a stock vehicle. This means no modifications are needed to fit these tires, and it’s possible to install them with just an air compressor or power inflator. In this article, we will discuss what the largest tires you can put on a stock jeep wrangler are, why larger tires are beneficial for off-road driving, and the main factors to take into consideration when choosing tire sizes for your Jeep Wrangler.

How big can you go with tires on a stock Jeep Wrangler? It turns out the largest tires that will fit are 37 inches. This is an incredible feat, and was accomplished by modifying the suspension. The largest size tire available for purchase in North America is 37×13.50R17LT Goodyear DuraTracs mounted on 17×8 American Racing Wheels (with backspacing of 7/16).

What are the biggest tires you can fit on a stock Jeep Wrangler?

The World’s Largest Tires on a Stock Jeep Wrangler The largest tires you can fit on a stock Jeep Wrangler are the 37’s. This is the largest tire size that will still allow you to drive without modifications. A common modification done by off-roaders is changing their suspension system so they can run larger wheel sizes which would be advantageous for them, such as running 40″ tires and larger, but these modifications would be needed to fit larger tires on a stock Jeep Wrangler.

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The largest tire size that can still be run without modification is 37″ which will not allow you to utilize all of the power your engine puts out and may cause damage. Any bigger than that and you will need to do suspension modifications that include running 40″ tires.

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The largest tire size is 37’s which would cause the jeep engine from going into overdrive, therefore not utilizing all of its power and possibly causing damage to it. The larger the tire size gets, the worse the jeep’s fuel mileage will be. That’s why you should consider smaller tires, like 35” tires.

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The largest tire size that can still run without modifications is 37″ which would make your engine overdrive and cause damage to it. Any bigger than that, you’ll need rubber bushings so that your wheels don’t rub against the fenders.

Why larger tires are beneficial to off-road driving

There are plenty of benefits to running larger tires, some being greater stability and grip on the road. The largest benefit is that they will last longer because off-road driving tends to wear them out faster than a passenger car would use up its treads.

The main factors to consider when choosing a tire size

There are factors to take into consideration when deciding on tire sizes. These include but are not limited to:

  • Year Model of your Jeep
  • Suspension Setup
  • Backspacing
  • Centre of Gravity
  • Intended Application

What modifications could be done to increase performance when using bigger tires

The World’s Largest Tires on a Stock Jeep Wrangler

If your largest tire size is 37″ then you can still run without modification, but at any larger than that and a suspension system with rubber bushings will need to be installed in order for the tires not to rub against the fenders of the jeep. You may also want to look into running higher-quality tires that are made from a tougher material to withstand the wear and tear of off-road driving.

If you want to run larger tires, then you may need a suspension lift in order for the largest tire size that can be used without modification. A common modification done by off-roaders is changing their suspension system so they can run larger wheel sizes which would be advantageous for them, such as running 40″ tires and larger. Rubber bushings may also need to be installed in order for the largest tire size that can be used without modification not to rub against the fenders of your jeep.

Conclusion

The largest tires you can fit on a stock Jeep Wrangler are the 37’s. These will not be able to utilize all of your jeep engine power and may result in damage if run for too long without modification (such as suspension lifts). Therefore, smaller 35” tires are preferable. Some benefits of running larger tire sizes are that they will last longer than smaller ones because off-road driving tends to wear them out faster than a passenger car.

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