What does 385/70R16 mean?
385/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 385 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.
385/70R16 Tire Conversion
Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
Tire Diameter | 37.2 in | 945.4 mm |
Section Width | 15.2 in | 385 mm |
Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
Sidewall Height | 10.6 in | 269.5 mm |
Circumference | 116.9 in | 2970.1 mm |
Revolutions | 541.9 revs/mile |
FAQ About 385/70R16 Tire
How tall is a 385/70R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 385/70R16 tire is 37.2 inches
How wide is a 385/70R16 tire?
The width of a 385/70R16 tire is 385 mm, which is about 15.2 inches.
What size rim fits a 385/70R16 tire?
A 385/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 70 in a 385/70R16 tire mean?
The 70 in a 385/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 385/70R16
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 385/70R16:
Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
---|---|---|
325/80R16 | 36.5″ (-1.9%) | 16 x 8.5-11.0 |
345/75R16 | 36.4″ (-2.2%) | 16 x 9.5-12.0 |
365/70R16 | 36.1″ (-3.0%) | 16 x n/a |
365/75R16 | 37.6″ (1.1%) | 16 x 9.5-12.0 |
395/70R16 | 37.8″ (1.6%) | 16 x 10.0-12.0 |