What does 165/50R15 mean?
165/50R15 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 165 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.
- 50 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.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
165/50R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 21.5 in | 546 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.2 in | 82.5 mm |
Circumference | 67.5 in | 1715.3 mm |
Revolutions | 938.2 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/50R15 Tire
How tall is a 165/50R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/50R15 tire is 21.5 inches
How wide is a 165/50R15 tire?
The width of a 165/50R15 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/50R15 tire?
A 165/50R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 165/50R15 tire mean?
The 50 in a 165/50R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/50R15
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 165/50R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
115/70R15 | 21.3″ (-0.9%) | 15 x n/a |
125/70R15 | 21.9″ (1.9%) | 15 x n/a |
165/55R15 | 22.1″ (2.8%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/50R15 | 21.9″ (1.9%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/45R15 | 21.6″ (0.5%) | 15 x 6.0-7.0 |
195/45R15 | 21.9″ (1.9%) | 15 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/40R15 | 21.8″ (1.4%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
245/35R15 | 21.8″ (1.4%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |