185/55R16 in Inches

A 185/55R16 tire has a 24-inch diameter, a 7.3-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24x7.3R16.

185/55R16 Tire Size
7.3"
24"
185/55R16 Tire Size in Inches
185/55R16 Tire Circumference
75.4"
16"
4"
839.9 revs/mile

185/55R16 Tire Overview

Height
24 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
7.3 inches
Circumference
75.4 inches
Sidewall Height
4 inches
Revolutions
839.9 per mile
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What does 185/55R16 mean?

185/55R16 tire size meaning in inches

185/55R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 185 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.

185/55R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24 in609.9 mm
Section Width7.3 in185 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height4 in101.8 mm
Circumference75.4 in1916.1 mm
Revolutions839.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 185/55R16 Tire

How tall is a 185/55R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 185/55R16 tire is 24 inches

How wide is a 185/55R16 tire?

The width of a 185/55R16 tire is 185 mm, which is about 7.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 185/55R16 tire?

A 185/55R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 55 in a 185/55R16 tire mean?

The 55 in a 185/55R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 55% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 185/55R16

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 185/55R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
225/45R1624.0″ (Equal)16 x 7.0-8.5
125/80R1623.9″ (-0.4%)16 x n/a
125/85R1624.4″ (1.7%)16 x n/a
135/70R1623.4″ (-2.5%)16 x n/a
135/80R1624.5″ (2.1%)16 x n/a
175/55R1623.6″ (-1.7%)16 x 5.0-6.0
175/60R1624.3″ (1.3%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/50R1623.3″ (-2.9%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/60R1624.7″ (2.9%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/50R1623.7″ (-1.3%)16 x 5.5-7.0
195/55R1624.4″ (1.7%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/45R1623.3″ (-2.9%)16 x 6.5-7.5
205/50R1624.1″ (0.4%)16 x 5.5-7.5
215/45R1623.6″ (-1.7%)16 x 7.0-8.0
215/50R1624.5″ (2.1%)16 x 6.0-7.5
245/45R1624.7″ (2.9%)16 x 7.5-9.0