225/90R16 in Inches

A 225/90R16 tire has a 31.9-inch diameter, a 8.9-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 31.9x8.9R16.

225/90R16 Tire Size
8.9"
31.9"
225/90R16 Tire Size in Inches
225/90R16 Tire Circumference
100.4"
16"
8"
631.3 revs/mile

225/90R16 Tire Overview

Height
31.9 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
8.9 inches
Circumference
100.4 inches
Sidewall Height
8 inches
Revolutions
631.3 per mile
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What does 225/90R16 mean?

225/90R16 tire size meaning in inches

225/90R16 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.
  • 90 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.

225/90R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter31.9 in811.4 mm
Section Width8.9 in225 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height8 in202.5 mm
Circumference100.4 in2549.1 mm
Revolutions631.3 revs/mile
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FAQ About 225/90R16 Tire

How tall is a 225/90R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 225/90R16 tire is 31.9 inches

How wide is a 225/90R16 tire?

The width of a 225/90R16 tire is 225 mm, which is about 8.9 inches.

What size rim fits a 225/90R16 tire?

A 225/90R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 90 in a 225/90R16 tire mean?

The 90 in a 225/90R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 90% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 225/90R16

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 225/90R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
225/85R1631.1″ (-2.5%)16 x n/a
235/85R1631.7″ (-0.6%)16 x 6.0-7.0
265/75R1631.6″ (-0.9%)16 x 7.0-9.0
265/80R1632.7″ (2.5%)16 x n/a
275/70R1631.2″ (-2.2%)16 x 7.0-9.0
285/70R1631.7″ (-0.6%)16 x 7.0-9.0
285/75R1632.8″ (2.8%)16 x 7.5-9.0
295/65R1631.1″ (-2.5%)16 x 8.5-10.0
305/70R1632.8″ (2.8%)16 x 8.0-9.5
375/55R1632.2″ (0.9%)16 x n/a