265/70R16 in Inches

A 265/70R16 tire has a 30.6-inch diameter, a 10.4-inch width, and is designed for a 16-inch rim.

In high flotation terms, this tire is labeled as 30.6x10.4R16.

265/70R16 Tire Size
10.4"
30.6"
265/70R16 Tire Size in Inches
265/70R16 Tire Circumference
96.2"
16"
7.3"
659 revs/mile

265/70R16 Tire Overview

Height
30.6 inches
Wheel Diameter
16 inches
Tire Width
10.4 inches
Circumference
96.2 inches
Sidewall Height
7.3 inches
Revolutions
659 per mile
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What does 265/70R16 mean?

265/70R16 tire size meaning in inches

265/70R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:

  • 265 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.
  • 70 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.

265/70R16 Tire Conversion

DimensionsInchesMillimeters
Tire Diameter30.6 in777.4 mm
Section Width10.4 in265 mm
Rim Height16 in406 mm
Sidewall Height7.3 in185.5 mm
Circumference96.2 in2442.3 mm
Revolutions659 revs/mile
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FAQ About 265/70R16 Tire

How tall is a 265/70R16 tire?

The height (or diameter) of a 265/70R16 tire is 30.6 inches

How wide is a 265/70R16 tire?

The width of a 265/70R16 tire is 265 mm, which is about 10.4 inches.

What size rim fits a 265/70R16 tire?

A 265/70R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.

What does the 70 in a 265/70R16 tire mean?

The 70 in a 265/70R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 70% of its width.


Alternative Tire Sizes for 265/70R16

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 265/70R16:

Tire SizeDiameterRim
285/65R1630.6″ (Equal)16 x 8.0-10.0
215/85R1630.4″ (-0.7%)16 x 5.5-7.0
225/85R1631.1″ (1.6%)16 x n/a
235/75R1629.9″ (-2.3%)16 x 6.0-8.0
235/80R1630.8″ (0.7%)16 x 6.0-8.0
245/75R1630.5″ (-0.3%)16 x 6.5-8.0
255/70R1630.1″ (-1.6%)16 x 6.5-8.5
275/65R1630.1″ (-1.6%)16 x 7.5-9.5
275/70R1631.2″ (2.0%)16 x 7.0-9.0
295/65R1631.1″ (1.6%)16 x 8.5-10.0
345/55R1630.9″ (1.0%)16 x n/a