What does 165/70R13 mean?
165/70R13 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.
- 70 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.
165/70R13 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 22.1 in | 561.2 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 13 in | 330 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.5 in | 115.5 mm |
Circumference | 69.4 in | 1763.1 mm |
Revolutions | 912.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/70R13 Tire
How tall is a 165/70R13 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/70R13 tire is 22.1 inches
How wide is a 165/70R13 tire?
The width of a 165/70R13 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/70R13 tire?
A 165/70R13 tire fits on a rim that is 13 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 165/70R13 tire mean?
The 70 in a 165/70R13 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/70R13
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 165/70R13:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
145/80R13 | 22.1″ (Equal) | 13 x 3.5-5.0 |
135/80R13 | 21.5″ (-2.7%) | 13 x 3.5-4.5 |
155/70R13 | 21.5″ (-2.7%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/75R13 | 22.7″ (2.7%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
175/65R13 | 22.0″ (-0.5%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/70R13 | 22.6″ (2.3%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/60R13 | 21.7″ (-1.8%) | 13 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/65R13 | 22.5″ (1.8%) | 13 x n/a |
195/60R13 | 22.2″ (0.5%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/60R13 | 22.7″ (2.7%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/50R13 | 21.5″ (-2.7%) | 13 x 5.5-8.5 |
225/50R13 | 21.9″ (-0.9%) | 13 x n/a |
235/50R13 | 22.3″ (0.9%) | 13 x n/a |
245/50R13 | 22.6″ (2.3%) | 13 x n/a |