What does 175/50R16 mean?
175/50R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 175 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.
- 50 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.
- 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
175/50R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 22.9 in | 581.4 mm |
Section Width | 6.9 in | 175 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 3.4 in | 87.5 mm |
Circumference | 71.9 in | 1826.5 mm |
Revolutions | 881.1 revs/mile |
FAQ About 175/50R16 Tire
How tall is a 175/50R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 175/50R16 tire is 22.9 inches
How wide is a 175/50R16 tire?
The width of a 175/50R16 tire is 175 mm, which is about 6.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 175/50R16 tire?
A 175/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 175/50R16 tire mean?
The 50 in a 175/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 175/50R16
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 175/50R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/70R16 | 22.9″ (Equal) | 16 x n/a |
195/45R16 | 22.9″ (Equal) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
115/70R16 | 22.3″ (-2.6%) | 16 x n/a |
135/60R16 | 22.4″ (-2.2%) | 16 x n/a |
135/70R16 | 23.4″ (2.2%) | 16 x n/a |
165/50R16 | 22.5″ (-1.7%) | 16 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/50R16 | 23.3″ (1.7%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/40R16 | 22.5″ (-1.7%) | 16 x 7.0-8.0 |
205/45R16 | 23.3″ (1.7%) | 16 x 6.5-7.5 |
215/40R16 | 22.8″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/40R16 | 23.1″ (0.9%) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/35R16 | 22.8″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 8.0-9.5 |
255/35R16 | 23.0″ (0.4%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |