Dodge Ram 1500 Spare Tire Fitment Guide
The Dodge Ram 1500 used 5x5.5" (5x139.7 mm) and 8x6.5" (8x165.1 mm) bolt pattern variations from 1994 to 2010 along with tire diameters ranging from 29.3" to 33.0" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicles with larger brake calipers and anti-lock brakes or traction control systems.
The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Dodge Ram 1500 years and options. In this case, it's recommended to use a Full-Size tire similar to the tires currently on your vehicle as your spare. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Dodge Ram 1500 spare tire.
2009-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 Spare Tires
This generation of the Dodge Ram 1500 began in 2009 and was available through 2010. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 31.6-33" | Full Size |
| 2009 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 31.6-33" | Full Size |
2002-2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Spare Tires
This generation of the Dodge Ram 1500 began in 2002 and was available through 2008. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 MegaCab | 8x6.5" (165.1 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 2007 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 MegaCab | 8x6.5" (165.1 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 2006 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 MegaCab | 8x6.5" (165.1 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| Ram 1500 SRT-10 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 2005 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 SRT-10 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 2004 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 SRT-10 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 2003 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
| 2002 | Dodge | Ram 1500 | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-33" | Full Size |
1994-2001 Dodge Ram 1500 Spare Tires
This generation of the Dodge Ram 1500 began in 1994 and was available through 2001. All the models for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.
| Year | Make | Model | Bolt Pattern | Tire Diameters | Recommended Spare Tire |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-30.5" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-32.2" | Full Size | ||
| 2000 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-30.5" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-32.2" | Full Size | ||
| 1999 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-30.5" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30.5-31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 1998 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-30.5" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30-31.6" | Full Size | ||
| Ram 1500 SS/T | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30" | Full Size | ||
| 1997 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-31.6" | Full Size | ||
| Ram 1500 SS/T | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30" | Full Size | ||
| 1996 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-31.6" | Full Size | ||
| Ram 1500 Indy | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 30" | Full Size | ||
| 1995 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-31.6" | Full Size | ||
| 1994 | Dodge | Ram 1500 2wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3" | Full Size |
| Ram 1500 4wd | 5x5.5" (139.7 mm) | 29.3-31.6" | Full Size |