235/50R16 in Inches

A 235/50R16 tire has a 25.3-inch diameter, a 9.3-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 25.3x9.3R16.

235/50R16 Tire Size
9.3"
25.3"
235/50R16 Tire Size in Inches
235/50R16 Tire Circumference
79.3"
16"
4.6"
798.7 revs/mile

235/50R16 Tire Overview

Height
25.3 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
9.3 inches
Circumference
79.3 inches
Sidewall Height
4.6 inches
Revolutions
798.7 per mile
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What does 235/50R16 mean?

235/50R16 tire size meaning in inches

235/50R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 235 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.

235/50R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter25.3 in641.4 mm
Section Width9.3 in235 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height4.6 in117.5 mm
Circumference79.3 in2015 mm
Revolutions798.7 revs/mile
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FAQ About 235/50R16 Tire

How tall is a 235/50R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 235/50R16 tire is 25.3 inches

How wide is a 235/50R16 tire?

The width of a 235/50R16 tire is 235 mm, which is about 9.3 inches.

What size rim fits a 235/50R16 tire?

A 235/50R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 50 in a 235/50R16 tire mean?

The 50 in a 235/50R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 50% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 235/50R16

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 235/50R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
215/55R1625.3″ (Equal)16 x 6.0-7.5
125/90R1624.9″ (-1.6%)16 x n/a
135/90R1625.6″ (1.2%)16 x n/a
145/80R1625.1″ (-0.8%)16 x n/a
155/80R1625.8″ (2.0%)16 x n/a
185/60R1624.7″ (-2.4%)16 x 5.0-6.5
185/65R1625.5″ (0.8%)16 x 5.0-6.5
195/60R1625.2″ (-0.4%)16 x 5.5-7.0
195/65R1626.0″ (2.8%)16 x 5.5-7.0
205/55R1624.9″ (-1.6%)16 x 5.5-7.5
205/60R1625.7″ (1.6%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/50R1624.9″ (-1.6%)16 x 6.0-8.0
225/55R1625.7″ (1.6%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/45R1624.7″ (-2.4%)16 x 7.5-9.0
245/50R1625.6″ (1.2%)16 x 7.0-8.5
255/50R1626.0″ (2.8%)16 x 7.0-9.0
265/45R1625.4″ (0.4%)16 x 8.5-10.0
275/45R1625.7″ (1.6%)16 x 8.5-10.5
315/40R1625.9″ (2.4%)16 x n/a