What does 235/50R13 mean?
235/50R13 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 235 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.
- 13 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
235/50R13 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 22.3 in | 565.2 mm |
Section Width | 9.3 in | 235 mm |
Rim Height | 13 in | 330 mm |
Sidewall Height | 4.6 in | 117.5 mm |
Circumference | 69.9 in | 1775.6 mm |
Revolutions | 906.4 revs/mile |
FAQ About 235/50R13 Tire
How tall is a 235/50R13 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 235/50R13 tire is 22.3 inches
How wide is a 235/50R13 tire?
The width of a 235/50R13 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.
What size rim fits a 235/50R13 tire?
A 235/50R13 tire fits on a rim that is 13 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 235/50R13 tire mean?
The 50 in a 235/50R13 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/50R13
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 235/50R13:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
145/80R13 | 22.1″ (-0.9%) | 13 x 3.5-5.0 |
155/80R13 | 22.8″ (2.2%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
165/70R13 | 22.1″ (-0.9%) | 13 x 4.0-5.5 |
165/75R13 | 22.7″ (1.8%) | 13 x 4.0-5.0 |
175/65R13 | 22.0″ (-1.3%) | 13 x 5.0-6.0 |
175/70R13 | 22.6″ (1.3%) | 13 x 4.5-6.0 |
185/60R13 | 21.7″ (-2.7%) | 13 x 5.0-6.5 |
185/65R13 | 22.5″ (0.9%) | 13 x n/a |
195/60R13 | 22.2″ (-0.4%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/60R13 | 22.7″ (1.8%) | 13 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/50R13 | 21.9″ (-1.8%) | 13 x n/a |
245/50R13 | 22.6″ (1.3%) | 13 x n/a |