215/60R16 in Inches

A 215/60R16 tire has a 26.2-inch diameter, a 8.5-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 26.2x8.5R16.

215/60R16 Tire Size
8.5"
26.2"
215/60R16 Tire Size in Inches
215/60R16 Tire Circumference
82.2"
16"
5.1"
771 revs/mile

215/60R16 Tire Overview

Height
26.2 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.5 inches
Circumference
82.2 inches
Sidewall Height
5.1 inches
Revolutions
771 per mile
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What does 215/60R16 mean?

215/60R16 tire size meaning in inches

215/60R16 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.
  • 60 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.

215/60R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter26.2 in664.4 mm
Section Width8.5 in215 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height5.1 in129 mm
Circumference82.2 in2087.3 mm
Revolutions771 revs/mile
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FAQ About 215/60R16 Tire

How tall is a 215/60R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 215/60R16 tire is 26.2 inches

How wide is a 215/60R16 tire?

The width of a 215/60R16 tire is 215 mm, which is about 8.5 inches.

What size rim fits a 215/60R16 tire?

A 215/60R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 60 in a 215/60R16 tire mean?

The 60 in a 215/60R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 60% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 215/60R16

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 215/60R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
235/55R1626.2″ (Equal)16 x 6.5-8.5
135/90R1625.6″ (-2.3%)16 x n/a
145/90R1626.3″ (0.4%)16 x n/a
155/80R1625.8″ (-1.5%)16 x n/a
165/80R1626.4″ (0.8%)16 x 4.0-5.5
175/75R1626.3″ (0.4%)16 x n/a
185/65R1625.5″ (-2.7%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/75R1626.9″ (2.7%)16 x n/a
195/65R1626.0″ (-0.8%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/60R1625.7″ (-1.9%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/65R1626.5″ (1.1%)16 x 5.5-7.5
225/55R1625.7″ (-1.9%)16 x 6.0-8.0
225/60R1626.6″ (1.5%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/50R1625.6″ (-2.3%)16 x 7.0-8.5
245/55R1626.6″ (1.5%)16 x 7.0-8.5
255/50R1626.0″ (-0.8%)16 x 7.0-9.0
265/50R1626.4″ (0.8%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/45R1625.7″ (-1.9%)16 x 8.5-10.5
275/50R1626.8″ (2.3%)16 x n/a
315/40R1625.9″ (-1.1%)16 x n/a