What does 225/55R16 mean?
225/55R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 225 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.
- 55 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.
225/55R16 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 25.7 in | 653.9 mm |
| Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
| Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 4.9 in | 123.8 mm |
| Circumference | 80.9 in | 2054.3 mm |
| Revolutions | 783.4 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 225/55R16 Tire
How tall is a 225/55R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/55R16 tire is 25.7 inches
How wide is a 225/55R16 tire?
The width of a 225/55R16 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/55R16 tire?
A 225/55R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 225/55R16 tire mean?
The 55 in a 225/55R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/55R16
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 225/55R16:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 205/60R16 | 25.7″ (Equal) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 275/45R16 | 25.7″ (Equal) | 16 x 8.5-10.5 |
| 135/90R16 | 25.6″ (-0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
| 145/80R16 | 25.1″ (-2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
| 145/90R16 | 26.3″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
| 155/80R16 | 25.8″ (0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
| 165/80R16 | 26.4″ (2.7%) | 16 x 4.0-5.5 |
| 175/75R16 | 26.3″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
| 185/65R16 | 25.5″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
| 195/60R16 | 25.2″ (-1.9%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 195/65R16 | 26.0″ (1.2%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 215/55R16 | 25.3″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
| 215/60R16 | 26.2″ (1.9%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
| 235/50R16 | 25.3″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
| 235/55R16 | 26.2″ (1.9%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
| 245/50R16 | 25.6″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
| 255/50R16 | 26.0″ (1.2%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
| 265/45R16 | 25.4″ (-1.2%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |
| 265/50R16 | 26.4″ (2.7%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
| 315/40R16 | 25.9″ (0.8%) | 16 x n/a |