225/75R16 Tire Size: 29.3" Tall, a 29-Inch Tire
Straight answer
A 225/75R16 stands 29.3 inches tall and 8.9 inches wide on a 16-inch wheel, which makes it a 29-inch tire in truck-speak. NTW stocks 9 tire models in this size right now.
225/75R16 dimensions
Overall diameter
29.29"
Section width
8.86"
Sidewall height
6.64"
Wheel diameter
16"
Circumference
92.0"
Revolutions per mile
689
≈ 29.3x8.9R16 flotation. Nominal math; real tires run a few tenths off depending on brand, load range, rim width, and air pressure.
What 225/75R16 means
- 225Section width: 225 mm (8.9") wall to wall
- 75Aspect ratio: sidewall is 75% of the width, so 6.6" tall
- RRadial construction
- 16Fits a 16-inch wheel
Want the full rundown on sidewall codes, load index, and speed rating? Read how to read a tire size.
225/75R16 compared to nearby 16-inch sizes
Speedometer column assumes your truck is calibrated for 225/75R16 and reads 65 mph.
| Size | Height | vs 225/75R16 | Width change | Actual speed | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255/70R16 | 30.1" | +0.8" (+2.6%) | +1.2" | 66.7 mph | Full comparison |
| 245/75R16 | 30.5" | +1.2" (+4.0%) | +0.8" | 67.6 mph | Full comparison |
| 265/70R16 | 30.6" | +1.3" (+4.5%) | +1.6" | 67.9 mph | Full comparison |
| 265/75R16 | 31.6" | +2.4" (+8.1%) | +1.6" | 70.2 mph | Full comparison |
| 305/70R16 | 32.8" | +3.5" (+12.0%) | +3.1" | 72.8 mph | Full comparison |
Rule of thumb: inside 3% of stock diameter feels stock; past 8 to 10% and most owners budget for a re-gear. Run your exact numbers in the tire size calculator.
Trucks that come with 225/75R16
- Jeep Wrangler (2007–2026) · 2007–2017: Sport, Unlimited Sport, Unlimited X and others
- Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD (2007–2026) · 2009–2010: WT
Tires in stock in 225/75R16
9 models, 13 SKUs at NTW (different load ranges and sidewall styles). Refreshed daily.
| Tire | Type | Options | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bfgoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+ | All Terrain | 2 | $199 |
| Falken Wildpeak A/T4W | All Terrain | 2 | $200 |
| Toyo Celsius Cargo | All Terrain | 2 | $184 |
| Toyo Open Country A/T III | All Terrain | 2 | $180 |
| Bfgoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 | All Terrain | 1 | $225 |
| Falken Rubitrek A/T | All Terrain | 1 | $176 |
| Toyo M-55 | Commercial, On/Off-Road | 1 | $267 |
| Toyo Open Country C/T | All Terrain | 1 | $249 |
| Toyo Open Country H/T II | All Terrain | 1 | $187 |
Prices per tire at NTW when last checked; confirm at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is a 225/75R16 tire in inches?+
A 225/75R16 is 29.29 inches tall and 8.86 inches wide, with a 6.64-inch sidewall on a 16-inch wheel. Real mounted tires vary a few tenths of an inch by brand, load range, and rim width.
Is 225/75R16 a 29-inch tire?+
Close enough that everybody calls it one. It measures 29.3 inches, so it's sold and talked about as a 29. The flotation equivalent is 29.3x8.9R16.
What does 225/75R16 mean?+
225/75R16 means a tire 225 millimeters wide with a sidewall 75% as tall as it is wide, built for a 16-inch wheel.
225/75R16 vs 255/70R16: how much bigger?+
255/70R16 is 0.8 inches taller (2.6%) and 1.2 inches wider. Going from 225/75R16 to 255/70R16, a speedometer reading 65 mph means you're actually doing 66.7.
Looking for another size? See the full truck tire size chart.