What does 275/55R16 mean?
275/55R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 275 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.
275/55R16 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 27.9 in | 708.9 mm |
| Section Width | 10.8 in | 275 mm |
| Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 6 in | 151.3 mm |
| Circumference | 87.7 in | 2227.1 mm |
| Revolutions | 722.6 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 275/55R16 Tire
How tall is a 275/55R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 275/55R16 tire is 27.9 inches
How wide is a 275/55R16 tire?
The width of a 275/55R16 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.
What size rim fits a 275/55R16 tire?
A 275/55R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 275/55R16 tire mean?
The 55 in a 275/55R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/55R16
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 275/55R16:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 215/70R16 | 27.9″ (Equal) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 185/80R16 | 27.7″ (-0.7%) | 16 x n/a |
| 195/75R16 | 27.5″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 8.5-11.0 |
| 195/80R16 | 28.3″ (1.4%) | 16 x 5.0-6.5 |
| 205/70R16 | 27.3″ (-2.2%) | 16 x 5.0-7.0 |
| 205/75R16 | 28.1″ (0.7%) | 16 x n/a |
| 215/75R16 | 28.7″ (2.9%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 225/65R16 | 27.5″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
| 225/70R16 | 28.4″ (1.8%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
| 235/60R16 | 27.1″ (-2.9%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
| 235/65R16 | 28.0″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
| 245/60R16 | 27.6″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
| 255/60R16 | 28.0″ (0.4%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
| 265/60R16 | 28.5″ (2.2%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
| 285/55R16 | 28.3″ (1.4%) | 16 x n/a |
| 295/50R16 | 27.6″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 8.0-10.5 |
| 315/45R16 | 27.2″ (-2.5%) | 16 x n/a |
| 355/40R16 | 27.2″ (-2.5%) | 16 x n/a |