265/60R16 in Inches

A 265/60R16 tire has a 28.5-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 28.5x10.4R16.

265/60R16 Tire Size
10.4"
28.5"
265/60R16 Tire Size in Inches
265/60R16 Tire Circumference
89.6"
16"
6.3"
707.2 revs/mile

265/60R16 Tire Overview

Height
28.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
89.6 inches
Sidewall Height
6.3 inches
Revolutions
707.2 per mile
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What does 265/60R16 mean?

265/60R16 tire size meaning in inches

265/60R16 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.
  • 60 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.

265/60R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter28.5 in724.4 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height6.3 in159 mm
Circumference89.6 in2275.8 mm
Revolutions707.2 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/60R16 Tire

How tall is a 265/60R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/60R16 tire is 28.5 inches

How wide is a 265/60R16 tire?

The width of a 265/60R16 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/60R16 tire?

A 265/60R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 265/60R16 tire mean?

The 60 in a 265/60R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/60R16

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 265/60R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
185/80R1627.7″ (-2.8%)16 x n/a
195/80R1628.3″ (-0.7%)16 x 5.0-6.5
205/75R1628.1″ (-1.4%)16 x n/a
205/80R1628.9″ (1.4%)16 x 5.0-7.0
215/70R1627.9″ (-2.1%)16 x 5.5-7.0
215/75R1628.7″ (0.7%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/70R1628.4″ (-0.4%)16 x 6.0-7.5
225/75R1629.3″ (2.8%)16 x 6.0-7.5
235/65R1628.0″ (-1.8%)16 x 6.5-8.5
235/70R1629.0″ (1.8%)16 x 6.0-8.0
255/60R1628.0″ (-1.8%)16 x 7.0-9.0
255/65R1629.1″ (2.1%)16 x 7.0-9.0
275/55R1627.9″ (-2.1%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/60R1629.0″ (1.8%)16 x 7.5-9.5
285/55R1628.3″ (-0.7%)16 x n/a