175/50R16 in Inches

A 175/50R16 tire has a 22.9-inch diameter, a 6.9-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 22.9x6.9R16.

175/50R16 Tire Size
6.9"
22.9"
175/50R16 Tire Size in Inches
175/50R16 Tire Circumference
71.9"
16"
3.4"
881.1 revs/mile

175/50R16 Tire Overview

Height
22.9 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
6.9 inches
Circumference
71.9 inches
Sidewall Height
3.4 inches
Revolutions
881.1 per mile
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What does 175/50R16 mean?

175/50R16 tire size meaning in inches

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

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter22.9 in581.4 mm
Section Width6.9 in175 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height3.4 in87.5 mm
Circumference71.9 in1826.5 mm
Revolutions881.1 revs/mile
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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 SizeDiameterRim
125/70R1622.9″ (Equal)16 x n/a
195/45R1622.9″ (Equal)16 x 6.0-7.5
115/70R1622.3″ (-2.6%)16 x n/a
135/60R1622.4″ (-2.2%)16 x n/a
135/70R1623.4″ (2.2%)16 x n/a
165/50R1622.5″ (-1.7%)16 x 4.5-6.0
185/50R1623.3″ (1.7%)16 x 5.0-6.5
205/40R1622.5″ (-1.7%)16 x 7.0-8.0
205/45R1623.3″ (1.7%)16 x 6.5-7.5
215/40R1622.8″ (-0.4%)16 x 7.0-8.5
225/40R1623.1″ (0.9%)16 x 7.5-9.0
245/35R1622.8″ (-0.4%)16 x 8.0-9.5
255/35R1623.0″ (0.4%)16 x 8.5-10.0