2017 GMC Trucks Tire Fitment Guide

2017 GMC Trucks vehicles use 19 distinct tire sizes across nine model lines: 235/55R20, 245/65R17, 235/65R18, 255/55R20, 265/70R16, 255/65R17, 265/60R18, 265/65R17, 255/70R17, 265/70R17, 275/55R20, 285/45R22, 265/65R18, 245/75R17, 265/70R18, 265/60R20, 235/80R17, 235/55R18, and 235/55R19. Most are model-specific, while 275/55R20, 285/45R22, and 265/65R18 are shared by Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 265/70R18 is shared by Sierra 2500 HD and Sierra 3500 HD.

Wheel diameter is the fastest way to narrow the right fitment on a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle because these sizes span 16-, 17-, 18-, 19-, 20-, and 22-inch rims. Where rim-width guidance is available, 245/65R17 fits 7.0- to 8.0-inch rims, 265/70R16 fits 7.0- to 8.5-inch rims, 255/65R17 and 265/70R17 fit 7.0- to 9.0-inch rims, 245/75R17 fits 6.5- to 7.5-inch rims, and 235/80R17 fits 6.0- to 7.5-inch rims. Start with your exact model, then confirm the wheel diameter already on the vehicle before comparing tires.

On a 2017 GMC Trucks tire, 245/65R17 is a metric radial size. The first number, 245, is the nominal section width in millimeters. The second number, 65, is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 65 percent of the section width. The R indicates radial construction, and 17 is the wheel diameter in inches.

That same decoding method applies to every size used across 2017 GMC Trucks vehicles here, whether it is 265/70R16 on a Canyon or 285/45R22 on a Sierra 1500 or Yukon. Once you understand the code, it becomes much easier to see why two tires may share a wheel diameter but differ in width and profile. That is especially helpful on GMC models that offered multiple factory wheel packages within the same model year.

No. 2017 GMC Trucks models use very different tire sizes depending on whether the vehicle is a crossover, midsize pickup, full-size pickup, heavy-duty truck, or full-size SUV. Acadia alone uses three sizes, Canyon uses five, Sierra 1500 uses five, Sierra 2500 HD uses three, Terrain uses two, and Yukon and Yukon XL share three sizes each.

That means year and make are only the starting point for a 2017 GMC Trucks tire search. Buyers should identify the exact model first and then confirm the wheel diameter on the vehicle, because a Sierra 1500 on 17-inch wheels is a different fitment exercise from a Sierra 1500 on 22-inch wheels. The same is true for Acadia, Canyon, Terrain, and the HD trucks, where wheel package changes bring different tire sizes with them.

Sidewall styles for 2017 GMC Trucks products shown here include RWL and RBL. The 245/65R17, 265/70R16, 255/65R17, 265/70R17, and 245/75R17 all appear with raised white letters, while 235/80R17 appears with a raised black-letter sidewall. Those are all truck-oriented radial products, and the sidewall treatment changes the look even when the size itself stays the same.

For a 2017 GMC Trucks buyer, sidewall choice is usually more about appearance than basic fitment. Raised white letters tend to suit period off-road and utility styling cues on Canyon and Sierra applications, while a black-letter presentation is more subdued. If keeping the vehicle visually close to how a specific trim or package looked matters to you, compare the sidewall marking on the tire already on the vehicle and match that style when possible.

BFGoodrich is represented across the 2017 GMC Trucks sizes that currently have product coverage here. BFGoodrich products appear in 245/65R17, 265/70R16, 255/65R17, 265/70R17, 245/75R17, and 235/80R17, all in radial all-terrain form. The sizing mix centers on Canyon, Sierra 1500, Sierra 2500 HD, and Sierra 3500 HD applications rather than the full crossover and SUV range.

That concentration gives a 2017 GMC Trucks truck owner a fairly consistent brand character in the sizes covered here, especially if the goal is an all-terrain radial with a light-truck look. It does not mean every GMC model or every wheel package uses the same product family, so check the exact size first. Once the size is confirmed, compare the tire's load range, sidewall style, and wheel-width compatibility instead of assuming one BFGoodrich option covers the entire lineup.

Both 265/70R17 options for 2017 GMC Trucks are BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 radials with RWL sidewalls and an S speed rating, which means a 112 mph ceiling. The difference is in load carrying and operating pressure: one version carries 2,470 pounds at 50 psi and weighs 45.7 pounds, while the other carries 3,195 pounds at 80 psi and weighs 53.5 pounds. Both fit 17-inch rims in the 7.0- to 9.0-inch width range.

For a 2017 GMC Trucks Sierra 1500 owner, that means the choice is less about tread style and more about matching the tire's load range to the truck's use and wheel setup. A lightly used truck and a truck expected to carry more weight are not always best served by the same specification, even within the same size code. Checking the existing tire's service description and the truck's door-jamb information is the smart next step before deciding between those two versions.

Rim-width guidance is available for several 2017 GMC Trucks sizes. 245/65R17 fits 7.0- to 8.0-inch rims, 265/70R16 fits 7.0- to 8.5-inch rims, 255/65R17 fits 7.0- to 9.0-inch rims, 265/70R17 fits 7.0- to 9.0-inch rims, 245/75R17 fits 6.5- to 7.5-inch rims, and 235/80R17 fits 6.0- to 7.5-inch rims. Each of those dimensions is tied to that exact size and should not be transferred to another size by assumption.

That matters on 2017 GMC Trucks vehicles because the same model often came with multiple wheel diameters and, in some cases, multiple tire widths. If you are moving from one size to another within a model line, confirm both the wheel diameter and the actual wheel width before choosing a tire. A size may share the same rim diameter as another fitment yet still prefer a different wheel-width range for proper mounting and overall tire shape.

The 2017 GMC Trucks products shown here do not indicate tube-type construction, and the covered sizes are modern radial truck tires. That points buyers toward tubeless use on the correct wheels rather than traditional tube-type setups. The key point is to verify the exact sidewall marking on the specific tire you choose and make sure the wheel itself is suitable for tubeless service.

On a 2017 GMC Trucks application, wheel condition matters just as much as tire type. Even where a radial tire is intended for tubeless use, bead-seat corrosion, damage, or an aging valve stem can create air-loss problems. If the truck or SUV has seen hard use, have the wheel inspected during mounting so the tire, wheel, and valve hardware are working together as a system rather than treating the tire as the only part that matters.

A 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle stores best on clean, properly inflated tires kept away from direct sunlight, electric motors, welders, battery chargers, and other ozone sources that accelerate sidewall aging. A cool, dry garage is ideal, and the vehicle should be moved periodically so one section of tread is not carrying the load in the same spot for months at a time. Long static storage also makes pressure checks more important.

If the vehicle is parked for an extended season, many owners either reposition it occasionally or support it in a way that reduces prolonged loading without leaving the suspension hanging improperly. The goal is to avoid flat spotting, sidewall stress, and unnoticed air loss. Before returning a stored 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle to regular use, inspect every tire for cracking, weathering, and pressure drift rather than assuming low mileage means everything is still ready for the road.

On a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle, tire age is often more important than mileage, especially if the vehicle sees occasional use, towing only part of the year, or long storage periods. A sound rule is to begin evaluating tires closely once they reach about five to seven years of age, with around ten years serving as a strong point for replacement consideration regardless of remaining tread depth. The DOT date code on the sidewall is the reference point.

That timeline helps collectors and low-mileage owners avoid keeping tires simply because they still look good at a glance. UV exposure, heat cycles, underinflation, and storage conditions all affect aging, and a truck or SUV tire can become questionable before the tread is worn out. For a 2017 GMC Trucks application, annual age-based reviews are a better habit than waiting for mileage alone to signal that replacement time has arrived.

Tires on a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle should be inspected before every drive, with a more careful check before road trips, towing, or extended highway use. Look for visible cracking, punctures, bulges, abnormal shoulder wear, embedded debris, and uneven tread wear that may point to alignment or suspension issues. Pressure should be checked cold, and valve stems should be inspected at the same time.

A fuller inspection every few months is a good practice even on vehicles that are driven regularly, because modern GMC trucks and SUVs can mask tire problems until they become more serious. If one tire consistently loses pressure or shows irregular wear, address that early rather than rotating it and hoping the issue disappears. Frequent inspection is especially worthwhile on vehicles that alternate between daily use and long idle periods, since both patterns can hide developing problems.

The 2017 GMC Trucks products covered here are modern radial tires, and the examples with visible speed ratings carry an S rating, which corresponds to a 112 mph ceiling. That is well above normal U.S. highway speeds, so for typical driving the tire's published speed capability is not usually the limiting factor. On truck applications, correct inflation, proper load range, suspension condition, and brake condition often matter more in day-to-day safety than outright speed rating.

For a 2017 GMC Trucks owner, the practical question is whether the tire matches the vehicle's actual use. A lightly driven crossover, a half-ton pickup, and an HD truck used for towing place different demands on their tires even when all are radial. Check the service description on the tire, stay within the tire's rated load and speed parameters, and remember that the vehicle's own handling and braking characteristics should set the pace long before the speed symbol becomes relevant.

Inflation pressure on a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle should follow the vehicle placard or owner's manual first, because factory pressure recommendations are tied to the exact model, axle loading, and tire size. The tire's own maximum pressure information is also important, but that figure is part of the tire's maximum load rating rather than an automatic everyday setting. Examples here include 245/65R17 at 2,405 pounds at 65 psi, 265/70R16 at 3,195 pounds at 80 psi, and 265/70R17 options rated at either 50 psi or 80 psi depending on specification.

Those differences show why pressure should never be copied from one 2017 GMC Trucks size to another just because the vehicles look similar. A Canyon, Sierra 1500, and Sierra HD can all wear truck-type radials yet require very different inflation practices. Use the vehicle's placard as your baseline, compare that to the tire's own service description, and adjust only within the tire maker's guidance for the way the vehicle is actually being driven and loaded.

Before a longer trip in a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle, inspect all four road tires and the spare for tread depth, cuts, cracking, punctures, bulges, and proper cold inflation pressure. Check the valve stems, confirm that the tires are wearing evenly, and make sure no tire is older than you are comfortable relying on for sustained highway use. If the vehicle has been parked for a while, look especially closely for flat spotting and pressure loss.

Tires are only one part of a sound pre-trip check on a 2017 GMC Trucks vehicle, but they are the part in direct contact with the road and often the easiest early warning sign. Uneven wear can point to alignment trouble, a dragging suspension part, or a loading issue that should be addressed before the trip begins. Taking a few extra minutes to inspect the spare, jack equipment, and inflation condition can turn a minor inconvenience into a non-event instead of a roadside problem.