205/40R16 in Inches

A 205/40R16 tire has a 22.5-inch diameter, a 8.1-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 22.5x8.1R16.

205/40R16 Tire Size
8.1"
22.5"
205/40R16 Tire Size in Inches
205/40R16 Tire Circumference
70.5"
16"
3.2"
898.1 revs/mile

205/40R16 Tire Overview

Height
22.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.1 inches
Circumference
70.5 inches
Sidewall Height
3.2 inches
Revolutions
898.1 per mile
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What does 205/40R16 mean?

205/40R16 tire size meaning in inches

205/40R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 205 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.
  • 40 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.

205/40R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter22.5 in570.4 mm
Section Width8.1 in205 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height3.2 in82 mm
Circumference70.5 in1792 mm
Revolutions898.1 revs/mile
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FAQ About 205/40R16 Tire

How tall is a 205/40R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 205/40R16 tire is 22.5 inches

How wide is a 205/40R16 tire?

The width of a 205/40R16 tire is 205 mm, which is about 8.1 inches.

What size rim fits a 205/40R16 tire?

A 205/40R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 205/40R16 tire mean?

The 40 in a 205/40R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 205/40R16

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 205/40R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
165/50R1622.5″ (Equal)16 x 4.5-6.0
115/70R1622.3″ (-0.9%)16 x n/a
125/70R1622.9″ (1.8%)16 x n/a
135/60R1622.4″ (-0.4%)16 x n/a
175/50R1622.9″ (1.8%)16 x 5.0-6.0
195/40R1622.1″ (-1.8%)16 x 6.5-7.5
195/45R1622.9″ (1.8%)16 x 6.0-7.5
215/35R1621.9″ (-2.7%)16 x 7.0-8.5
215/40R1622.8″ (1.3%)16 x 7.0-8.5
225/40R1623.1″ (2.7%)16 x 7.5-9.0
245/35R1622.8″ (1.3%)16 x 8.0-9.5
255/35R1623.0″ (2.2%)16 x 8.5-10.0