What does 255/70R16 mean?
255/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 255 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.
- 70 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.
255/70R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.1 in | 763.4 mm |
Section Width | 10 in | 255 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7 in | 178.5 mm |
Circumference | 94.4 in | 2398.3 mm |
Revolutions | 671 revs/mile |
FAQ About 255/70R16 Tire
How tall is a 255/70R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 255/70R16 tire is 30.1 inches
How wide is a 255/70R16 tire?
The width of a 255/70R16 tire is 255 mm, which is about 10 inches.
What size rim fits a 255/70R16 tire?
A 255/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 255/70R16 tire mean?
The 70 in a 255/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 255/70R16
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 255/70R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
275/65R16 | 30.1″ (Equal) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
215/80R16 | 29.5″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
215/85R16 | 30.4″ (1.0%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/75R16 | 29.3″ (-2.7%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
235/75R16 | 29.9″ (-0.7%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/80R16 | 30.8″ (2.3%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/70R16 | 29.5″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 6.5-8.0 |
245/75R16 | 30.5″ (1.3%) | 16 x 6.5-8.0 |
265/65R16 | 29.6″ (-1.7%) | 16 x n/a |
265/70R16 | 30.6″ (1.7%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/60R16 | 29.5″ (-2.0%) | 16 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/65R16 | 30.6″ (1.7%) | 16 x 8.0-10.0 |
315/55R16 | 29.6″ (-1.7%) | 16 x n/a |
345/55R16 | 30.9″ (2.7%) | 16 x n/a |