Gear Ratio Calculator — Calculate Transmission Ratios

Gear Ratio Calculator

Calculate gear ratios, transmission ratios, and final drive ratios. Understand how gear selection affects acceleration and top speed.

Step 1: Gear Details

Understanding Gear Ratios

Gear ratios determine how many times the engine rotates for each wheel rotation. Higher ratios provide more torque and acceleration, while lower ratios allow for higher top speeds. The overall gear ratio is calculated by multiplying the transmission ratio by the final drive ratio.

Step 2: Additional Options

About Gear Ratios

The overall gear ratio affects your vehicle’s performance characteristics. Lower gear ratios provide better acceleration but limit top speed. Higher gear ratios allow for higher top speeds but reduce acceleration. The ideal ratio depends on your vehicle’s purpose and engine characteristics.

Gear Ratio Results

Summary
Ratio Comparison
Breakdown

Overall Gear Ratio

14.35:1
Based on 3.5 transmission ratio and 4.1 final drive
Transmission Ratio
3.5:1
Final Drive Ratio
4.1:1
Speed at RPM
64.2 MPH
Effective Ratio
14.35:1

Gear Ratio Comparison

Gear Setup Transmission Ratio Final Drive Overall Ratio Speed at 6000 RPM

Gear Ratio Breakdown

Gear Ratio Formula

Overall Ratio = Transmission Ratio × Final Drive Ratio

To calculate the overall gear ratio, multiply the transmission gear ratio by the final drive ratio. For example: 3.5 transmission ratio with 4.1 final drive = 3.5 × 4.1 = 14.35 overall ratio.

Speed (MPH) = (RPM × Tire Diameter) / (Overall Ratio × 336)

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