What does 195/60R16 mean?
195/60R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 195 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.
- 60 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.
195/60R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 25.2 in | 640.4 mm |
Section Width | 7.7 in | 195 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.6 in | 117 mm |
Circumference | 79.2 in | 2011.9 mm |
Revolutions | 799.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 195/60R16 Tire
How tall is a 195/60R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 195/60R16 tire is 25.2 inches
How wide is a 195/60R16 tire?
The width of a 195/60R16 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.
What size rim fits a 195/60R16 tire?
A 195/60R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 60 in a 195/60R16 tire mean?
The 60 in a 195/60R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/60R16
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 195/60R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
125/90R16 | 24.9″ (-1.2%) | 16 x n/a |
135/80R16 | 24.5″ (-2.8%) | 16 x n/a |
135/90R16 | 25.6″ (1.6%) | 16 x n/a |
145/80R16 | 25.1″ (-0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
155/80R16 | 25.8″ (2.4%) | 16 x n/a |
185/60R16 | 24.7″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/65R16 | 25.5″ (1.2%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
205/55R16 | 24.9″ (-1.2%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/60R16 | 25.7″ (2.0%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/50R16 | 24.5″ (-2.8%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/55R16 | 25.3″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/50R16 | 24.9″ (-1.2%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/55R16 | 25.7″ (2.0%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/50R16 | 25.3″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/45R16 | 24.7″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |
245/50R16 | 25.6″ (1.6%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
265/45R16 | 25.4″ (0.8%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |
275/45R16 | 25.7″ (2.0%) | 16 x 8.5-10.5 |
315/40R16 | 25.9″ (2.8%) | 16 x n/a |