What does 225/90R16 mean?
225/90R16 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.
- 90 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.
225/90R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 31.9 in | 811.4 mm |
Section Width | 8.9 in | 225 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 8 in | 202.5 mm |
Circumference | 100.4 in | 2549.1 mm |
Revolutions | 631.3 revs/mile |
FAQ About 225/90R16 Tire
How tall is a 225/90R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 225/90R16 tire is 31.9 inches
How wide is a 225/90R16 tire?
The width of a 225/90R16 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.
What size rim fits a 225/90R16 tire?
A 225/90R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 90 in a 225/90R16 tire mean?
The 90 in a 225/90R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 90% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/90R16
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 225/90R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/85R16 | 31.1″ (-2.5%) | 16 x n/a |
235/85R16 | 31.7″ (-0.6%) | 16 x 6.0-7.0 |
265/75R16 | 31.6″ (-0.9%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/80R16 | 32.7″ (2.5%) | 16 x n/a |
275/70R16 | 31.2″ (-2.2%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/70R16 | 31.7″ (-0.6%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/75R16 | 32.8″ (2.8%) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |
295/65R16 | 31.1″ (-2.5%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |
305/70R16 | 32.8″ (2.8%) | 16 x 8.0-9.5 |
375/55R16 | 32.2″ (0.9%) | 16 x n/a |