275/65R16 in Inches

A 275/65R16 tire has a 30.1-inch diameter, a 10.8-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30.1x10.8R16.

275/65R16 Tire Size
10.8"
30.1"
275/65R16 Tire Size in Inches
275/65R16 Tire Circumference
94.5"
16"
7"
670.6 revs/mile

275/65R16 Tire Overview

Height
30.1 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
10.8 inches
Circumference
94.5 inches
Sidewall Height
7 inches
Revolutions
670.6 per mile
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What does 275/65R16 mean?

275/65R16 tire size meaning in inches

275/65R16 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.
  • 65 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.

275/65R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30.1 in763.9 mm
Section Width10.8 in275 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height7 in178.8 mm
Circumference94.5 in2399.9 mm
Revolutions670.6 revs/mile
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FAQ About 275/65R16 Tire

How tall is a 275/65R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 275/65R16 tire is 30.1 inches

How wide is a 275/65R16 tire?

The width of a 275/65R16 tire is 275 mm, which is about 10.8 inches.

What size rim fits a 275/65R16 tire?

A 275/65R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 65 in a 275/65R16 tire mean?

The 65 in a 275/65R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 65% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 275/65R16

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 275/65R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
255/70R1630.1″ (Equal)16 x 6.5-8.5
215/80R1629.5″ (-2.0%)16 x 5.5-7.0
215/85R1630.4″ (1.0%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/75R1629.3″ (-2.7%)16 x 6.0-7.5
235/75R1629.9″ (-0.7%)16 x 6.0-8.0
235/80R1630.8″ (2.3%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/70R1629.5″ (-2.0%)16 x 6.5-8.0
245/75R1630.5″ (1.3%)16 x 6.5-8.0
265/65R1629.6″ (-1.7%)16 x n/a
265/70R1630.6″ (1.7%)16 x 7.0-9.0
285/60R1629.5″ (-2.0%)16 x 8.0-10.0
285/65R1630.6″ (1.7%)16 x 8.0-10.0
315/55R1629.6″ (-1.7%)16 x n/a
345/55R1630.9″ (2.7%)16 x n/a