What does 215/50R16 mean?
215/50R16 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.
- 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.
215/50R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 24.5 in | 621.4 mm |
Section Width | 8.5 in | 215 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.2 in | 107.5 mm |
Circumference | 76.9 in | 1952.2 mm |
Revolutions | 824.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 215/50R16 Tire
How tall is a 215/50R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 215/50R16 tire is 24.5 inches
How wide is a 215/50R16 tire?
The width of a 215/50R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.
What size rim fits a 215/50R16 tire?
A 215/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 215/50R16 tire mean?
The 50 in a 215/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/50R16
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 215/50R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
135/80R16 | 24.5″ (Equal) | 16 x n/a |
125/80R16 | 23.9″ (-2.4%) | 16 x n/a |
125/85R16 | 24.4″ (-0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
125/90R16 | 24.9″ (1.6%) | 16 x n/a |
145/80R16 | 25.1″ (2.4%) | 16 x n/a |
175/60R16 | 24.3″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 5.0-6.0 |
185/55R16 | 24.0″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/60R16 | 24.7″ (0.8%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
195/55R16 | 24.4″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
195/60R16 | 25.2″ (2.9%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/50R16 | 24.1″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/55R16 | 24.9″ (1.6%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
225/45R16 | 24.0″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
225/50R16 | 24.9″ (1.6%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/45R16 | 24.7″ (0.8%) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |