What does 265/70R16 mean?
265/70R16 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.
- 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.
265/70R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.6 in | 777.4 mm |
Section Width | 10.4 in | 265 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.3 in | 185.5 mm |
Circumference | 96.2 in | 2442.3 mm |
Revolutions | 659 revs/mile |
FAQ About 265/70R16 Tire
How tall is a 265/70R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 265/70R16 tire is 30.6 inches
How wide is a 265/70R16 tire?
The width of a 265/70R16 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.
What size rim fits a 265/70R16 tire?
A 265/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 265/70R16 tire mean?
The 70 in a 265/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/70R16
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 265/70R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
285/65R16 | 30.6″ (Equal) | 16 x 8.0-10.0 |
215/85R16 | 30.4″ (-0.7%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/85R16 | 31.1″ (1.6%) | 16 x n/a |
235/75R16 | 29.9″ (-2.3%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/80R16 | 30.8″ (0.7%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
245/75R16 | 30.5″ (-0.3%) | 16 x 6.5-8.0 |
255/70R16 | 30.1″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
275/65R16 | 30.1″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/70R16 | 31.2″ (2.0%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
295/65R16 | 31.1″ (1.6%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |
345/55R16 | 30.9″ (1.0%) | 16 x n/a |