Final Drive Ratio Calculator
The Final Drive Ratio Calculator computes the overall drivetrain ratio by multiplying transmission gear ratio, transfer case ratio, and axle ratio. Determine engine RPM at any speed, effective torque at the wheels, and optimize your vehicle's gearing setup.
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What is Final Drive Ratio?
The final drive ratio is the overall gear multiplication from the engine crankshaft to the drive wheels. It combines the transmission gear ratio, transfer case ratio (if equipped), and the axle (differential) ratio. The final drive ratio determines the relationship between engine RPM and wheel speed.
For example, in first gear: transmission ratio 3.5:1 × axle ratio 3.73:1 = final drive ratio 13.06:1. This means the engine turns 13.06 times for every wheel revolution, multiplying torque by 13.06× while dividing speed accordingly.
使用される計算公式・方程式
この計算ツールは5つの主要な公式を使用しています：
1 Final Drive Ratio ▼
3.5 × 1.0 × 3.73 = 13.06:1 in first gear (2WD without transfer case).
2 RPM at Road Speed ▼
At 60 mph, FDR 2.61 (overdrive), 30" tires: RPM = (60 × 2.61 × 336) / 30 = 1755 RPM.
3 Road Speed at RPM ▼
At 3000 RPM, FDR 3.73, 28" tires: Speed = (3000 × 28) / (3.73 × 336) = 67 mph.
比率計算ツールの使い方
この比率計算ツールは、以下の3ステップで簡単にご利用いただけます：
数値を入力
入力欄に既知の比率の値を入力します。求めたい未知数の入力欄は空欄のままにしておきます。
モードを選択
比率モード（解く、簡素化、スケーリング）を選択します。各モードで異なる計算式が適用されます。
結果を確認
計算するボタンを押します。結果画面に答えと、視覚的な比率バー、円グラフ、詳細なステップバイステップの解決プロセスが表示されます。
実例問題と段階的な解説
本比率計算ツールを使って、以下の3つの例題をステップバイステップで解決するプロセスです：
入力 1 Truck in 3rd gear: trans 1.5:1, axle 4.10:1
入力 2 Highway cruise: overdrive 0.70:1, axle 3.55:1
入力 3 4×4 in low range: trans 1:1, T-case 2.72:1, axle 3.73:1
よくある質問 (FAQ)
How does final drive ratio affect acceleration vs top speed? ▼
Higher final drive ratios increase acceleration (more torque at wheels) but reduce top speed. Lower ratios allow higher top speed but slower acceleration. The ideal ratio balances both for the vehicle's purpose.
What is a transfer case ratio? ▼
The transfer case in 4WD vehicles has a high range (usually 1:1) and low range (typically 2.5:1 to 4.0:1). Low range multiplies the final drive ratio for extreme off-road torque at very low speeds.
How do I calculate engine RPM at highway speed? ▼
RPM = (Speed × Axle Ratio × Trans Ratio × 336) / Tire Diameter. For 70 mph, 3.73 axle, 0.68 overdrive, 30" tires: RPM = (70 × 3.73 × 0.68 × 336) / 30 = 1990 RPM.
Does changing tire size affect the effective final drive ratio? ▼
Yes. Larger tires effectively lower the final drive ratio (like changing to a numerically lower axle gear). Going from 28" to 33" tires reduces effective ratio by about 18%, hurting acceleration and raising RPM.
What final drive ratio is best for towing? ▼
For heavy towing, a final drive of 10-15:1 in the tow gear provides sufficient torque. This typically means a 3.73-4.10 axle with a low first gear (3.5-4.0:1). Overdrive should be disabled when towing heavy loads uphill.