305/70R16 in Inches

A 305/70R16 tire has a 32.8-inch diameter, a 12-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 32.8x12R16.

305/70R16 Tire Size
12"
32.8"
305/70R16 Tire Size in Inches
305/70R16 Tire Circumference
103.1"
16"
8.4"
614.7 revs/mile

305/70R16 Tire Overview

Height
32.8 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
12 inches
Circumference
103.1 inches
Sidewall Height
8.4 inches
Revolutions
614.7 per mile
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What does 305/70R16 mean?

305/70R16 tire size meaning in inches

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

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter32.8 in833.4 mm
Section Width12 in305 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height8.4 in213.5 mm
Circumference103.1 in2618.2 mm
Revolutions614.7 revs/mile
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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 SizeDiameterRim
285/75R1632.8″ (Equal)16 x 7.5-9.0
225/90R1631.9″ (-2.7%)16 x n/a
255/85R1633.1″ (0.9%)16 x 6.5-8.0
265/80R1632.7″ (-0.3%)16 x n/a
295/75R1633.4″ (1.8%)16 x 7.5-9.5
315/70R1633.4″ (1.8%)16 x 8.5-10.0
375/55R1632.2″ (-1.8%)16 x n/a