What does 165/80R13 mean?
165/80R13 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.
- 80 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.
165/80R13 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 23.4 in | 594.2 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 13 in | 330 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.2 in | 132 mm |
Circumference | 73.5 in | 1866.7 mm |
Revolutions | 862.1 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/80R13 Tire
How tall is a 165/80R13 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/80R13 tire is 23.4 inches
How wide is a 165/80R13 tire?
The width of a 165/80R13 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/80R13 tire?
A 165/80R13 tire fits on a rim that is 13 inches in diameter.
What does the 80 in a 165/80R13 tire mean?
The 80 in a 165/80R13 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 80% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/80R13
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 165/80R13:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
155/80R13 | 22.8″ (-2.6%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/75R13 | 22.7″ (-3.0%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
175/80R13 | 24.0″ (2.6%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/70R13 | 23.2″ (-0.9%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
195/65R13 | 23.0″ (-1.7%) | 13 x n/a |
195/70R13 | 23.7″ (1.3%) | 13 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/60R13 | 22.7″ (-3.0%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/60R13 | 23.2″ (-0.9%) | 13 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/60R13 | 24.1″ (3.0%) | 13 x 6.5-8.5 |