What does 245/55R16 mean?
245/55R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 245 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.
245/55R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26.6 in | 675.9 mm |
Section Width | 9.6 in | 245 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.3 in | 134.8 mm |
Circumference | 83.6 in | 2123.4 mm |
Revolutions | 757.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 245/55R16 Tire
How tall is a 245/55R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 245/55R16 tire is 26.6 inches
How wide is a 245/55R16 tire?
The width of a 245/55R16 tire is 245 mm, which is about 9.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 245/55R16 tire?
A 245/55R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 245/55R16 tire mean?
The 55 in a 245/55R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 245/55R16
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 245/55R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
225/60R16 | 26.6″ (Equal) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
145/90R16 | 26.3″ (-1.1%) | 16 x n/a |
155/90R16 | 27.0″ (1.5%) | 16 x n/a |
165/80R16 | 26.4″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 4.0-5.5 |
175/75R16 | 26.3″ (-1.1%) | 16 x n/a |
175/80R16 | 27.0″ (1.5%) | 16 x n/a |
185/75R16 | 26.9″ (1.1%) | 16 x n/a |
195/65R16 | 26.0″ (-2.3%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/65R16 | 26.5″ (-0.4%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
205/70R16 | 27.3″ (2.6%) | 16 x 5.0-7.0 |
215/60R16 | 26.2″ (-1.5%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/65R16 | 27.0″ (1.5%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/55R16 | 26.2″ (-1.5%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/60R16 | 27.1″ (1.9%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
255/50R16 | 26.0″ (-2.3%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/55R16 | 27.0″ (1.5%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/50R16 | 26.4″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/50R16 | 26.8″ (0.8%) | 16 x n/a |
315/40R16 | 25.9″ (-2.6%) | 16 x n/a |
315/45R16 | 27.2″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
355/40R16 | 27.2″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |