What does 125/85R16 mean?
125/85R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 125 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
- 85 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
- R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
- 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
125/85R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.4 in | 618.9 mm |
Section Width | 4.9 in | 125 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.2 in | 106.3 mm |
Circumference | 76.5 in | 1944.3 mm |
Revolutions | 827.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 125/85R16 Tire
How tall is a 125/85R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 125/85R16 tire is 24.4 inches
How wide is a 125/85R16 tire?
The width of a 125/85R16 tire is 125 mm, which is about 4.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 125/85R16 tire?
A 125/85R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 85 in a 125/85R16 tire mean?
The 85 in a 125/85R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 85% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 125/85R16
Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.
However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.
Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 125/85R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
195/55R16 | 24.4″ (Equal) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
125/80R16 | 23.9″ (-2.0%) | 16 x n/a |
125/90R16 | 24.9″ (2.0%) | 16 x n/a |
135/80R16 | 24.5″ (0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
145/80R16 | 25.1″ (2.9%) | 16 x n/a |
175/60R16 | 24.3″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/55R16 | 24.0″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/60R16 | 24.7″ (1.2%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/50R16 | 23.7″ (-2.9%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R16 | 24.1″ (-1.2%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/55R16 | 24.9″ (2.0%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/50R16 | 24.5″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/45R16 | 24.0″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/50R16 | 24.9″ (2.0%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/45R16 | 24.7″ (1.2%) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |