235/70R16 tire size
A 235/70R16 tire is 235 mm wide with a sidewall 70% of its width (164.5 mm), fits a 16-inch rim and has an overall diameter of 735 mm (29.0 in).
| Dimension | Metric | Imperial |
|---|---|---|
| Section width | 235 mm | 9.25 in |
| Sidewall height | 164.5 mm | 6.48 in |
| Rim diameter | 406.4 mm | 16 in |
| Overall diameter | 735.4 mm | 28.95 in |
| Circumference | 2,310.3 mm | 90.96 in |
| Revolutions | 433 per km | 697 per mile |
Reading the size 235/70R16
235Width in mm70Aspect ratio (sidewall % of width)RRadial construction16Rim diameter in inches
The load index and speed rating (for example 91V) follow the size on the sidewall. Replacement tires should match or exceed the original load index and speed rating.
Alternative sizes within 3% of 235/70R16
A replacement size should stay within about 3% of the original diameter so the speedometer, ABS and transmission stay accurate. Always check clearance, load index and the vehicle manufacturer's approved sizes.
| Size | Diameter | Difference | Speedo reads 100 → actual | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 235/65R17 | 737 mm | +0.3% | 100.3 | Compare |
| 235/75R15 | 734 mm | -0.3% | 99.7 | Compare |
| 255/45R20 | 738 mm | +0.3% | 100.3 | Compare |
| 255/50R19 | 738 mm | +0.3% | 100.3 | Compare |
| 255/55R18 | 738 mm | +0.3% | 100.3 | Compare |
| 235/60R18 | 739 mm | +0.5% | 100.5 | Compare |
| 225/55R19 | 730 mm | -0.7% | 99.3 | Compare |
| 235/55R19 | 741 mm | +0.8% | 100.8 | Compare |
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