Tire Rack Tire Size: Which Tires Fit a Storage Rack
Match the tire to the rack before buying: compare the tire's diameter and width with the rack's height, width and load rating, and pick the style that fits the garage.
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Swapping to winter tires leaves a stack of tires on the garage floor, and the tire rack tire size question decides whether that stack ends up tidy or in the way. Tire rack tire size means matching the rack to the tires it will hold: the tire’s diameter and width against the rack’s height, width and load rating. A rack that fits holds the set upright and off the floor; a rack that does not fit leaves tires leaning, sliding or crowding the space around the car.
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Below: what tire rack size means, the kinds of rack on the market, a checklist for matching a rack to the tires at home, and the choice between wall-mounted and freestanding racks.
Tire rack tire size: what the size means
A rack’s size shows up in the listing as overall dimensions. A Neorexon rack listed at 57 x 58.8 x 20 in holds tires on a frame of that size, while a NULTRUMA rack listed at 75.6 x 20.4 x 82.6 in stands taller and wider, with a load rating of 1100 lb. The ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack measures 78 x 59 x 18 in and carries a 2200 lb rating. What sets the fit is the adjustable spacing, the support-rod height on the Neorexon racks or the shelf heights on the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack, and the load rating sets how much weight the frame carries.
Tire size itself is read off the tire, not the rack. The fit depends on the rack’s adjustable supports: the Neorexon racks adjust their support-rod height, and the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack has 3 adjustable shelf heights. The listings in this guide name car, motorcycle, SUV, truck, RV and ATV tires.
Load rating is the other part of the size question. The racks in this guide carry ratings from 440 lb to 2200 lb: the SDdPulse rack lists 440 lb, Neorexon and UODENGA racks list 500 lb, ZUIWAN rolling racks list 660 lb, NULTRUMA racks list 1100 lb, and the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack lists 2200 lb. Match the rating to the tires at home, and leave room in the rating for the heaviest tire in the set.
Some racks adjust to the tire instead of asking the tire to fit the rack. The Neorexon rack listed at 57 x 58.8 x 20 in adjusts its support rod height through 20, 24, 28, 32, 36 and 40 in, and the Neorexon rack listed at 44 x 44 x 18 in adjusts from 16 to 32 in. The ZUIWAN rolling rack has 3 adjustable height levels. An adjustable rack suits a household with more than a single tire size in the garage.
Kinds of tire rack, and which tires fit each
Racks fall into a few broad kinds, and each kind suits a different garage. Rolling racks move on casters, freestanding tier racks stack tires in place, and wall-mounted racks hold tires off the floor entirely.
| Type | How the tires sit | Which tires it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Rolling rack with casters | Tires stand in a rolling frame that moves on 4 casters | Car, SUV, RV and ATV tires; the Nandae rack moves 4 tires at a time |
| Freestanding 3-tier rack | Tires stack across 3 tiers in a fixed frame | Passenger and light truck tires, per the NULTRUMA listing |
| Wall-mounted rack | Tires rest on shelves fixed to the wall with 4 brackets | Car, truck, SUV, winter, RV and ATV tires, per the ZUIWAN listing |
The kind matters as much as the size. A rolling rack suits a garage where the tires move between the car and a storage corner. A 3-tier rack suits a garage that stores a full set in a single spot. A wall-mounted rack suits a garage where floor space is tight, since the tires rest on shelves fixed to the wall and leave the floor clear.
How to match a tire to a rack: the checklist
- Read the tire. Note the tire’s diameter and width from the sidewall.
- Check the fit, not the overall height. On a tier rack the tire must fit between the shelves: the NULTRUMA racks adjust their crossbars without tools, and the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack has 3 adjustable shelf heights.
- Check the load rating. Check the rating against the tires at home: 500 lb, 660 lb, 1100 lb or 2200 lb across the listings in this guide.
- Check the adjustable range. Look for a rack that adjusts: 20, 24, 28, 32, 36 and 40 in on the Neorexon 57 in rack, 16 to 32 in on the Neorexon 44 in rack, or 3 adjustable height levels on the ZUIWAN rolling rack.
- Count the tires. The Nandae rack moves 4 tires at a time, while a 3-tier rack with a 1100 lb rating suits a larger store of passenger and light truck tires.
- Measure the floor space. The Nandae rolling rack measures 43.3 x 34 x 13.7 in, and the UODENGA rack measures 57 x 19.7 x 59 in.
- Check the casters and brakes. The UODENGA rack rolls on 4 casters with 2 brakes, and the Nandae rack rolls on 4 wheels with 2 lockable wheels.
- Look for a cover. The Neorexon racks include an anti-dust cover in oxford cloth with UV protection, which keeps dust off the tires in storage.
A rack holds only what its load rating allows. A rack rated at 2200 lb still needs its wall brackets fixed to studs. Check the rating before loading, and check the brackets and casters before moving a loaded rack.
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Wall-mounted vs freestanding tire racks
A wall-mounted rack leaves the floor clear and holds tires on shelves fixed to the wall, while a freestanding rack stands on the floor and rolls where it is needed.
- Wall-mounted: the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack measures 78 x 59 x 18 in, carries a 2200 lb rating and fixes to the wall with 4 heavy-duty brackets and an anti-tip kit.
- Freestanding rolling: the ZUIWAN rolling racks stand 59 in tall, carry a 660 lb rating and move on 4 self-locking swivel casters.
- Freestanding tier: the NULTRUMA 3-tier racks measure 75.6 x 20.4 x 82.6 in and 75.6 x 20.4 x 78.7 in, carry a 1100 lb rating and adjust without tools.
The tire storage rack picks for the garage compare freestanding models side by side.
Keep tires in shape on the rack
A rack does more than clear floor space: it keeps tires from deforming in storage. Tires left stacked on a concrete floor can develop flat spots, and tires left leaning against a wall can warp over time. A rack holds the tires upright and apart, so the weight spreads across the frame instead of pressing on a single spot. The Neorexon racks ship with an anti-dust cover made of oxford cloth, listed as anti-dust, UV-protection and waterproof. For tires coming off the car for the season, the car ramps that help prevent flat spots on tires are worth a look before the tires go on the rack.
FAQ: garage tools
What size tire rack do I need for car tires?
Match the rack to the tire: check the adjustable range against the tire. The Neorexon rack listed at 44 x 44 x 18 in adjusts from 16 to 32 in, and that rack suits car tires.
How much weight can a tire rack hold?
The listings in this guide rate racks from 440 lb to 2200 lb: the SDdPulse rack lists 440 lb, Neorexon and UODENGA racks list 500 lb, ZUIWAN rolling racks list 660 lb, NULTRUMA racks list 1100 lb, and the ZUIWAN wall-mounted rack lists 2200 lb. Check the rating on the listing before loading.
Do tire racks adjust to different tire sizes?
Some do. The Neorexon rack listed at 57 x 58.8 x 20 in adjusts its support rod height through 20, 24, 28, 32, 36 and 40 in, the Neorexon rack listed at 44 x 44 x 18 in adjusts from 16 to 32 in, and the ZUIWAN rolling rack has 3 adjustable height levels.
Can a tire rack hold truck and SUV tires?
Yes, if the rating and the dimensions allow it. The listings name truck, SUV, RV and ATV tires, and the heavier racks carry ratings of 660 lb and 1100 lb.
Is a wall-mounted tire rack better than a freestanding one?
A wall-mounted rack leaves the floor clear and fixes to the wall with 4 brackets and an anti-tip kit, while a freestanding rack rolls on casters and moves where it is needed. Pick the wall rack for a fixed spot with solid walls, and the rolling rack when the tires move around the garage.
Do tire racks come with a cover?
Some do. The Neorexon racks include an anti-dust cover in oxford cloth, listed as anti-dust, UV-protection and waterproof. Other racks in this guide do not state a cover in the listing.
Related: tire storage racks vs tire bags, the tire storage rack picks for the garage and the car ramps that help prevent flat spots on tires. Also see the garage shelving picks.
