What does 345/55R16 mean?
345/55R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 345 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.
345/55R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 30.9 in | 785.9 mm |
Section Width | 13.6 in | 345 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 7.5 in | 189.8 mm |
Circumference | 97.2 in | 2469 mm |
Revolutions | 651.8 revs/mile |
FAQ About 345/55R16 Tire
How tall is a 345/55R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 345/55R16 tire is 30.9 inches
How wide is a 345/55R16 tire?
The width of a 345/55R16 tire is 345 mm, which is about 13.6 inches.
What size rim fits a 345/55R16 tire?
A 345/55R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 55 in a 345/55R16 tire mean?
The 55 in a 345/55R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 345/55R16
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 345/55R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
215/85R16 | 30.4″ (-1.6%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
225/85R16 | 31.1″ (0.6%) | 16 x n/a |
235/80R16 | 30.8″ (-0.3%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
235/85R16 | 31.7″ (2.6%) | 16 x 6.0-7.0 |
245/75R16 | 30.5″ (-1.3%) | 16 x 6.5-8.0 |
255/70R16 | 30.1″ (-2.6%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
265/70R16 | 30.6″ (-1.0%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
265/75R16 | 31.6″ (2.3%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
275/65R16 | 30.1″ (-2.6%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
275/70R16 | 31.2″ (1.0%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
285/65R16 | 30.6″ (-1.0%) | 16 x 8.0-10.0 |
285/70R16 | 31.7″ (2.6%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
295/65R16 | 31.1″ (0.6%) | 16 x 8.5-10.0 |