185/80R16 in Inches

A 185/80R16 tire has a 27.7-inch diameter, a 7.3-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 27.7x7.3R16.

185/80R16 Tire Size
7.3"
27.7"
185/80R16 Tire Size in Inches
185/80R16 Tire Circumference
86.9"
16"
5.8"
729.3 revs/mile

185/80R16 Tire Overview

Height
27.7 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
7.3 inches
Circumference
86.9 inches
Sidewall Height
5.8 inches
Revolutions
729.3 per mile
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What does 185/80R16 mean?

185/80R16 tire size meaning in inches

185/80R16 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.
  • 80 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.

185/80R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter27.7 in702.4 mm
Section Width7.3 in185 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height5.8 in148 mm
Circumference86.9 in2206.7 mm
Revolutions729.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 185/80R16 Tire

How tall is a 185/80R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 185/80R16 tire is 27.7 inches

How wide is a 185/80R16 tire?

The width of a 185/80R16 tire is 185 mm, which is about 7.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 185/80R16 tire?

A 185/80R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 80 in a 185/80R16 tire mean?

The 80 in a 185/80R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 80% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 185/80R16

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 185/80R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
155/90R1627.0″ (-2.5%)16 x n/a
175/80R1627.0″ (-2.5%)16 x n/a
185/75R1626.9″ (-2.9%)16 x n/a
195/75R1627.5″ (-0.7%)16 x 8.5-11.0
195/80R1628.3″ (2.2%)16 x 5.0-6.5
205/70R1627.3″ (-1.4%)16 x 5.0-7.0
205/75R1628.1″ (1.4%)16 x n/a
215/65R1627.0″ (-2.5%)16 x 6.0-7.5
215/70R1627.9″ (0.7%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/65R1627.5″ (-0.7%)16 x 6.0-8.0
225/70R1628.4″ (2.5%)16 x 6.0-7.5
235/60R1627.1″ (-2.2%)16 x 6.5-8.5
235/65R1628.0″ (1.1%)16 x 6.5-8.5
245/60R1627.6″ (-0.4%)16 x 7.0-8.5
255/55R1627.0″ (-2.5%)16 x 7.0-9.0
255/60R1628.0″ (1.1%)16 x 7.0-9.0
265/60R1628.5″ (2.9%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/55R1627.9″ (0.7%)16 x 7.5-9.5
285/55R1628.3″ (2.2%)16 x n/a
295/50R1627.6″ (-0.4%)16 x 8.0-10.5
315/45R1627.2″ (-1.8%)16 x n/a
355/40R1627.2″ (-1.8%)16 x n/a