215/35R16 in Inches

A 215/35R16 tire has a 21.9-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 21.9x8.5R16.

215/35R16 Tire Size
8.5"
21.9"
215/35R16 Tire Size in Inches
215/35R16 Tire Circumference
68.9"
16"
3"
919.9 revs/mile

215/35R16 Tire Overview

Height
21.9 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
68.9 inches
Sidewall Height
3 inches
Revolutions
919.9 per mile
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What does 215/35R16 mean?

215/35R16 tire size meaning in inches

215/35R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 215 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.
  • 35 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.

215/35R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter21.9 in556.9 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height3 in75.3 mm
Circumference68.9 in1749.6 mm
Revolutions919.9 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/35R16 Tire

How tall is a 215/35R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/35R16 tire is 21.9 inches

How wide is a 215/35R16 tire?

The width of a 215/35R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/35R16 tire?

A 215/35R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 35 in a 215/35R16 tire mean?

The 35 in a 215/35R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 35% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/35R16

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 215/35R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
115/70R1622.3″ (1.8%)16 x n/a
135/60R1622.4″ (2.3%)16 x n/a
165/45R1621.8″ (-0.5%)16 x 5.0-6.0
165/50R1622.5″ (2.7%)16 x 4.5-6.0
195/40R1622.1″ (0.9%)16 x 6.5-7.5
205/40R1622.5″ (2.7%)16 x 7.0-8.0