135/70R16 in Inches

A 135/70R16 tire has a 23.4-inch diameter, a 5.3-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 23.4x5.3R16.

135/70R16 Tire Size
5.3"
23.4"
135/70R16 Tire Size in Inches
135/70R16 Tire Circumference
73.6"
16"
3.7"
860.4 revs/mile

135/70R16 Tire Overview

Height
23.4 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
5.3 inches
Circumference
73.6 inches
Sidewall Height
3.7 inches
Revolutions
860.4 per mile
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What does 135/70R16 mean?

135/70R16 tire size meaning in inches

135/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 135 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.

135/70R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter23.4 in595.4 mm
Section Width5.3 in135 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height3.7 in94.5 mm
Circumference73.6 in1870.5 mm
Revolutions860.4 revs/mile
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FAQ About 135/70R16 Tire

How tall is a 135/70R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 135/70R16 tire is 23.4 inches

How wide is a 135/70R16 tire?

The width of a 135/70R16 tire is 135 mm, which is about 5.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 135/70R16 tire?

A 135/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 135/70R16 tire mean?

The 70 in a 135/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 135/70R16

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 135/70R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
125/70R1622.9″ (-2.1%)16 x n/a
125/80R1623.9″ (2.1%)16 x n/a
175/50R1622.9″ (-2.1%)16 x 5.0-6.0
175/55R1623.6″ (0.9%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/50R1623.3″ (-0.4%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/55R1624.0″ (2.6%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/45R1622.9″ (-2.1%)16 x 6.0-7.5
195/50R1623.7″ (1.3%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/45R1623.3″ (-0.4%)16 x 6.5-7.5
205/50R1624.1″ (3.0%)16 x 5.5-7.5
215/40R1622.8″ (-2.6%)16 x 7.0-8.5
215/45R1623.6″ (0.9%)16 x 7.0-8.0
225/40R1623.1″ (-1.3%)16 x 7.5-9.0
225/45R1624.0″ (2.6%)16 x 7.0-8.5
245/35R1622.8″ (-2.6%)16 x 8.0-9.5
255/35R1623.0″ (-1.7%)16 x 8.5-10.0