225/60R16 in Inches

A 225/60R16 tire has a 26.6-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 26.6x8.9R16.

225/60R16 Tire Size
8.9"
26.6"
225/60R16 Tire Size in Inches
225/60R16 Tire Circumference
83.7"
16"
5.3"
757.3 revs/mile

225/60R16 Tire Overview

Height
26.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
83.7 inches
Sidewall Height
5.3 inches
Revolutions
757.3 per mile
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What does 225/60R16 mean?

225/60R16 tire size meaning in inches

225/60R16 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.
  • 60 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.

225/60R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter26.6 in676.4 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height5.3 in135 mm
Circumference83.7 in2125 mm
Revolutions757.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/60R16 Tire

How tall is a 225/60R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/60R16 tire is 26.6 inches

How wide is a 225/60R16 tire?

The width of a 225/60R16 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/60R16 tire?

A 225/60R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 225/60R16 tire mean?

The 60 in a 225/60R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/60R16

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 225/60R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
245/55R1626.6″ (Equal)16 x 7.0-8.5
145/90R1626.3″ (-1.1%)16 x n/a
155/90R1627.0″ (1.5%)16 x n/a
165/80R1626.4″ (-0.8%)16 x 4.0-5.5
175/75R1626.3″ (-1.1%)16 x n/a
175/80R1627.0″ (1.5%)16 x n/a
185/75R1626.9″ (1.1%)16 x n/a
195/65R1626.0″ (-2.3%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/65R1626.5″ (-0.4%)16 x 5.5-7.5
205/70R1627.3″ (2.6%)16 x 5.0-7.0
215/60R1626.2″ (-1.5%)16 x 6.0-7.5
215/65R1627.0″ (1.5%)16 x 6.0-7.5
235/55R1626.2″ (-1.5%)16 x 6.5-8.5
235/60R1627.1″ (1.9%)16 x 6.5-8.5
255/50R1626.0″ (-2.3%)16 x 7.0-9.0
255/55R1627.0″ (1.5%)16 x 7.0-9.0
265/50R1626.4″ (-0.8%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/50R1626.8″ (0.8%)16 x n/a
315/40R1625.9″ (-2.6%)16 x n/a
315/45R1627.2″ (2.3%)16 x n/a
355/40R1627.2″ (2.3%)16 x n/a