225/50R16 in Inches

A 225/50R16 tire has a 24.9-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 24.9x8.9R16.

225/50R16 Tire Size
8.9"
24.9"
225/50R16 Tire Size in Inches
225/50R16 Tire Circumference
78.1"
16"
4.4"
811.3 revs/mile

225/50R16 Tire Overview

Height
24.9 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
78.1 inches
Sidewall Height
4.4 inches
Revolutions
811.3 per mile
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What does 225/50R16 mean?

225/50R16 tire size meaning in inches

225/50R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 225 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.

225/50R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter24.9 in631.4 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height4.4 in112.5 mm
Circumference78.1 in1983.6 mm
Revolutions811.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/50R16 Tire

How tall is a 225/50R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/50R16 tire is 24.9 inches

How wide is a 225/50R16 tire?

The width of a 225/50R16 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/50R16 tire?

A 225/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 225/50R16 tire mean?

The 50 in a 225/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/50R16

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 225/50R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
125/90R1624.9″ (Equal)16 x n/a
205/55R1624.9″ (Equal)16 x 5.5-7.5
125/85R1624.4″ (-2.0%)16 x n/a
135/80R1624.5″ (-1.6%)16 x n/a
135/90R1625.6″ (2.8%)16 x n/a
145/80R1625.1″ (0.8%)16 x n/a
175/60R1624.3″ (-2.4%)16 x 5.0-6.0
185/60R1624.7″ (-0.8%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/65R1625.5″ (2.4%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/55R1624.4″ (-2.0%)16 x 5.5-7.0
195/60R1625.2″ (1.2%)16 x 5.5-7.0
215/50R1624.5″ (-1.6%)16 x 6.0-7.5
215/55R1625.3″ (1.6%)16 x 6.0-7.5
235/50R1625.3″ (1.6%)16 x 6.5-8.5
245/45R1624.7″ (-0.8%)16 x 7.5-9.0
245/50R1625.6″ (2.8%)16 x 7.0-8.5
265/45R1625.4″ (2.0%)16 x 8.5-10.0