215/40R16 in Inches

A 215/40R16 tire has a 22.8-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 22.8x8.5R16.

215/40R16 Tire Size
8.5"
22.8"
215/40R16 Tire Size in Inches
215/40R16 Tire Circumference
71.5"
16"
3.4"
885.7 revs/mile

215/40R16 Tire Overview

Height
22.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
71.5 inches
Sidewall Height
3.4 inches
Revolutions
885.7 per mile
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What does 215/40R16 mean?

215/40R16 tire size meaning in inches

215/40R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 215 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.

215/40R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter22.8 in578.4 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height3.4 in86 mm
Circumference71.5 in1817.1 mm
Revolutions885.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/40R16 Tire

How tall is a 215/40R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/40R16 tire is 22.8 inches

How wide is a 215/40R16 tire?

The width of a 215/40R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/40R16 tire?

A 215/40R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 40 in a 215/40R16 tire mean?

The 40 in a 215/40R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 40% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/40R16

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 215/40R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/35R1622.8″ (Equal)16 x 8.0-9.5
115/70R1622.3″ (-2.2%)16 x n/a
125/70R1622.9″ (0.4%)16 x n/a
135/60R1622.4″ (-1.8%)16 x n/a
135/70R1623.4″ (2.6%)16 x n/a
165/50R1622.5″ (-1.3%)16 x 4.5-6.0
175/50R1622.9″ (0.4%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/50R1623.3″ (2.2%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/45R1622.9″ (0.4%)16 x 6.0-7.5
205/40R1622.5″ (-1.3%)16 x 7.0-8.0
205/45R1623.3″ (2.2%)16 x 6.5-7.5
225/40R1623.1″ (1.3%)16 x 7.5-9.0
255/35R1623.0″ (0.9%)16 x 8.5-10.0