What does 165/90R19 mean?
165/90R19 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.
- 90 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.
- 19 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
165/90R19 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.7 in | 779.6 mm |
Section Width | 6.5 in | 165 mm |
Rim Height | 19 in | 482 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.8 in | 148.5 mm |
Circumference | 96.4 in | 2449.2 mm |
Revolutions | 657.1 revs/mile |
FAQ About 165/90R19 Tire
How tall is a 165/90R19 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 165/90R19 tire is 30.7 inches
How wide is a 165/90R19 tire?
The width of a 165/90R19 tire is 165 mm, which is about 6.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 165/90R19 tire?
A 165/90R19 tire fits on a rim that is 19 inches in diameter.
What does the 90 in a 165/90R19 tire mean?
The 90 in a 165/90R19 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 90% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 165/90R19
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 165/90R19:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
175/80R19 | 30.0″ (-2.3%) | 19 x n/a |
235/60R19 | 30.1″ (-2.0%) | 19 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/65R19 | 31.0″ (1.0%) | 19 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/55R19 | 30.0″ (-2.3%) | 19 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/60R19 | 31.0″ (1.0%) | 19 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/55R19 | 30.5″ (-0.7%) | 19 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/50R19 | 29.8″ (-2.9%) | 19 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/55R19 | 30.9″ (0.7%) | 19 x 7.5-9.5 |
285/55R19 | 31.3″ (2.0%) | 19 x 8.0-10.0 |