215/50R16 in Inches

A 215/50R16 tire has a 24.5-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24.5x8.5R16.

215/50R16 Tire Size
8.5"
24.5"
215/50R16 Tire Size in Inches
215/50R16 Tire Circumference
76.9"
16"
4.2"
824.4 revs/mile

215/50R16 Tire Overview

Height
24.5 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
76.9 inches
Sidewall Height
4.2 inches
Revolutions
824.4 per mile
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What does 215/50R16 mean?

215/50R16 tire size meaning in inches

215/50R16 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.
  • 50 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.

215/50R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24.5 in621.4 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height4.2 in107.5 mm
Circumference76.9 in1952.2 mm
Revolutions824.4 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/50R16 Tire

How tall is a 215/50R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/50R16 tire is 24.5 inches

How wide is a 215/50R16 tire?

The width of a 215/50R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/50R16 tire?

A 215/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 215/50R16 tire mean?

The 50 in a 215/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/50R16

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 215/50R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
135/80R1624.5″ (Equal)16 x n/a
125/80R1623.9″ (-2.4%)16 x n/a
125/85R1624.4″ (-0.4%)16 x n/a
125/90R1624.9″ (1.6%)16 x n/a
145/80R1625.1″ (2.4%)16 x n/a
175/60R1624.3″ (-0.8%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/55R1624.0″ (-2.0%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/60R1624.7″ (0.8%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/55R1624.4″ (-0.4%)16 x 5.5-7.0
195/60R1625.2″ (2.9%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/50R1624.1″ (-1.6%)16 x 5.5-7.5
205/55R1624.9″ (1.6%)16 x 5.5-7.5
225/45R1624.0″ (-2.0%)16 x 7.0-8.5
225/50R1624.9″ (1.6%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/45R1624.7″ (0.8%)16 x 7.5-9.0