215/85R16 in Inches

A 215/85R16 tire has a 30.4-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30.4x8.5R16.

215/85R16 Tire Size
8.5"
30.4"
215/85R16 Tire Size in Inches
215/85R16 Tire Circumference
95.5"
16"
7.2"
663.6 revs/mile

215/85R16 Tire Overview

Height
30.4 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
95.5 inches
Sidewall Height
7.2 inches
Revolutions
663.6 per mile
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What does 215/85R16 mean?

215/85R16 tire size meaning in inches

215/85R16 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.
  • 85 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.

215/85R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30.4 in771.9 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height7.2 in182.8 mm
Circumference95.5 in2425 mm
Revolutions663.6 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/85R16 Tire

How tall is a 215/85R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/85R16 tire is 30.4 inches

How wide is a 215/85R16 tire?

The width of a 215/85R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/85R16 tire?

A 215/85R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 85 in a 215/85R16 tire mean?

The 85 in a 215/85R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 85% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/85R16

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 215/85R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
215/80R1629.5″ (-3.0%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/85R1631.1″ (2.3%)16 x n/a
235/75R1629.9″ (-1.6%)16 x 6.0-8.0
235/80R1630.8″ (1.3%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/70R1629.5″ (-3.0%)16 x 6.5-8.0
245/75R1630.5″ (0.3%)16 x 6.5-8.0
255/70R1630.1″ (-1.0%)16 x 6.5-8.5
265/65R1629.6″ (-2.6%)16 x n/a
265/70R1630.6″ (0.7%)16 x 7.0-9.0
275/65R1630.1″ (-1.0%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/70R1631.2″ (2.6%)16 x 7.0-9.0
285/60R1629.5″ (-3.0%)16 x 8.0-10.0
285/65R1630.6″ (0.7%)16 x 8.0-10.0
295/65R1631.1″ (2.3%)16 x 8.5-10.0
315/55R1629.6″ (-2.6%)16 x n/a
345/55R1630.9″ (1.6%)16 x n/a