What does 165/60R15 mean?
165/60R15 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.
- 15 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
165/60R15 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 22.8 in | 579 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 15 in | 381 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.9 in | 99 mm |
Circumference | 71.6 in | 1819 mm |
Revolutions | 884.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/60R15 Tire
How tall is a 165/60R15 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/60R15 tire is 22.8 inches
How wide is a 165/60R15 tire?
The width of a 165/60R15 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/60R15 tire?
A 165/60R15 tire fits on a rim that is 15 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 165/60R15 tire mean?
The 60 in a 165/60R15 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/60R15
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 165/60R15:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/80R15 | 22.9″ (0.4%) | 15 x n/a |
135/70R15 | 22.4″ (-1.8%) | 15 x n/a |
145/65R15 | 22.4″ (-1.8%) | 15 x 4.0-5.0 |
155/60R15 | 22.3″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 4.5-5.5 |
155/65R15 | 22.9″ (0.4%) | 15 x 4.5-5.5 |
165/65R15 | 23.4″ (2.6%) | 15 x 4.5-6.0 |
175/55R15 | 22.6″ (-0.9%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/60R15 | 23.3″ (2.2%) | 15 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/50R15 | 22.3″ (-2.2%) | 15 x n/a |
185/55R15 | 23.0″ (0.9%) | 15 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/50R15 | 22.7″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/55R15 | 23.4″ (2.6%) | 15 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/45R15 | 22.3″ (-2.2%) | 15 x 6.5-7.5 |
205/50R15 | 23.1″ (1.3%) | 15 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/45R15 | 22.6″ (-0.9%) | 15 x 7.0-8.0 |
225/45R15 | 23.0″ (0.9%) | 15 x 7.0-8.5 |
235/45R15 | 23.3″ (2.2%) | 15 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/40R15 | 22.7″ (-0.4%) | 15 x 8.0-9.5 |
275/35R15 | 22.6″ (-0.9%) | 15 x 9.0-11.0 |
295/35R15 | 23.1″ (1.3%) | 15 x n/a |