What does 165/55R14 mean?
165/55R14 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.
- 55 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.
- 14 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
165/55R14 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 21.1 in | 537.1 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 14 in | 355 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.6 in | 90.8 mm |
Circumference | 66.4 in | 1687.3 mm |
Revolutions | 953.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/55R14 Tire
How tall is a 165/55R14 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/55R14 tire is 21.1 inches
How wide is a 165/55R14 tire?
The width of a 165/55R14 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/55R14 tire?
A 165/55R14 tire fits on a rim that is 14 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 165/55R14 tire mean?
The 55 in a 165/55R14 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/55R14
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 165/55R14:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/40R14 | 21.1″ (Equal) | 14 x 7.5-9.0 |
125/70R14 | 20.9″ (-0.9%) | 14 x n/a |
145/65R14 | 21.4″ (1.4%) | 14 x 4.0-5.0 |
155/55R14 | 20.7″ (-1.9%) | 14 x 4.5-5.5 |
165/50R14 | 20.5″ (-2.8%) | 14 x n/a |
175/50R14 | 20.9″ (-0.9%) | 14 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/50R14 | 21.3″ (0.9%) | 14 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/45R14 | 20.9″ (-0.9%) | 14 x 6.0-7.5 |
205/45R14 | 21.3″ (0.9%) | 14 x 6.5-7.5 |
215/40R14 | 20.8″ (-1.4%) | 14 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/35R14 | 21.0″ (-0.5%) | 14 x 8.5-10.0 |