What does 265/50R16 mean?
265/50R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 265 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.
- 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
265/50R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 26.4 in | 671.4 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 5.2 in | 132.5 mm |
Circumference | 83 in | 2109.3 mm |
Revolutions | 763 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/50R16 Tire
How tall is a 265/50R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/50R16 tire is 26.4 inches
How wide is a 265/50R16 tire?
The width of a 265/50R16 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/50R16 tire?
A 265/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 50 in a 265/50R16 tire mean?
The 50 in a 265/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/50R16
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 265/50R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
165/80R16 | 26.4″ (Equal) | 16 x 4.0-5.5 |
145/90R16 | 26.3″ (-0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
155/80R16 | 25.8″ (-2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
155/90R16 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
175/75R16 | 26.3″ (-0.4%) | 16 x n/a |
175/80R16 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 16 x n/a |
185/75R16 | 26.9″ (1.9%) | 16 x n/a |
195/65R16 | 26.0″ (-1.5%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/60R16 | 25.7″ (-2.7%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
205/65R16 | 26.5″ (0.4%) | 16 x 5.5-7.5 |
215/60R16 | 26.2″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
215/65R16 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
225/55R16 | 25.7″ (-2.7%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
225/60R16 | 26.6″ (0.8%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/55R16 | 26.2″ (-0.8%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
235/60R16 | 27.1″ (2.7%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
245/55R16 | 26.6″ (0.8%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
255/50R16 | 26.0″ (-1.5%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
255/55R16 | 27.0″ (2.3%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/45R16 | 25.7″ (-2.7%) | 16 x 8.5-10.5 |
275/50R16 | 26.8″ (1.5%) | 16 x n/a |
315/40R16 | 25.9″ (-1.9%) | 16 x n/a |