What does 305/70R16 mean?
305/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 305 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.
305/70R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 32.8 in | 833.4 mm |
Section Width | 12 in | 305 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 8.4 in | 213.5 mm |
Circumference | 103.1 in | 2618.2 mm |
Revolutions | 614.7 revs/mile |
FAQ About 305/70R16 Tire
How tall is a 305/70R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 305/70R16 tire is 32.8 inches
How wide is a 305/70R16 tire?
The width of a 305/70R16 tire is 305 mm, which is about 12 inches.
What size rim fits a 305/70R16 tire?
A 305/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 305/70R16 tire mean?
The 70 in a 305/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 305/70R16
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 305/70R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
285/75R16 | 32.8″ (Equal) | 16 x 7.5-9.0 |
225/90R16 | 31.9″ (-2.7%) | 16 x n/a |
255/85R16 | 33.1″ (0.9%) | 16 x 6.5-8.0 |
265/80R16 | 32.7″ (-0.3%) | 16 x n/a |
295/75R16 | 33.4″ (1.8%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
315/70R16 | 33.4″ (1.8%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |
375/55R16 | 32.2″ (-1.8%) | 16 x n/a |