What does 165/60R13 mean?
165/60R13 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.
- 60 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.
- 13 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
165/60R13 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 20.8 in | 528.2 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 13 in | 330 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.9 in | 99 mm |
Circumference | 65.3 in | 1659.4 mm |
Revolutions | 969.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/60R13 Tire
How tall is a 165/60R13 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/60R13 tire is 20.8 inches
How wide is a 165/60R13 tire?
The width of a 165/60R13 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/60R13 tire?
A 165/60R13 tire fits on a rim that is 13 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 165/60R13 tire mean?
The 60 in a 165/60R13 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/60R13
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 165/60R13:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/80R13 | 20.9″ (0.5%) | 13 x 3.0-4.0 |
135/70R13 | 20.4″ (-1.9%) | 13 x 3.5-4.5 |
145/65R13 | 20.4″ (-1.9%) | 13 x n/a |
145/70R13 | 21.0″ (1.0%) | 13 x 3.5-5.0 |
155/65R13 | 20.9″ (0.5%) | 13 x 4.5-5.5 |
165/65R13 | 21.4″ (2.9%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/55R13 | 20.6″ (-1.0%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/60R13 | 21.3″ (2.4%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/55R13 | 21.0″ (1.0%) | 13 x n/a |
195/55R13 | 21.4″ (2.9%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R13 | 21.1″ (1.4%) | 13 x 5.5-7.5 |
225/45R13 | 21.0″ (1.0%) | 13 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/40R13 | 21.0″ (1.0%) | 13 x n/a |