33x12.50R16 Tire Size: 33.0" Tall
Straight answer
A 33x12.50R16 stands 33.0 inches tall and 12.5 inches wide on a 16-inch wheel. NTW stocks 10 tire models in this size right now.
33x12.50R16 dimensions
Overall diameter
33.00"
Section width
12.50"
Sidewall height
8.50"
Wheel diameter
16"
Circumference
103.7"
Revolutions per mile
611
≈ 318/68R16 metric. Nominal math; real tires run a few tenths off depending on brand, load range, rim width, and air pressure.
What 33x12.50R16 means
- 33Overall diameter: 33.0" tall
- 12.50Section width: 12.50" wide
- 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.
33x12.50R16 compared to nearby 16-inch sizes
Speedometer column assumes your truck is calibrated for 33x12.50R16 and reads 65 mph.
| Size | Height | vs 33x12.50R16 | Width change | Actual speed | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 265/70R16 | 30.6" | -2.4" (-7.3%) | -2.1" | 60.3 mph | Full comparison |
| 265/75R16 | 31.6" | -1.4" (-4.1%) | -2.1" | 62.3 mph | Full comparison |
| 305/70R16 | 32.8" | -0.2" (-0.6%) | -0.5" | 64.6 mph | Full comparison |
| 285/75R16 | 32.8" | -0.2" (-0.5%) | -1.3" | 64.7 mph | Full comparison |
| 315/75R16 | 34.6" | +1.6" (+4.9%) | -0.1" | 68.2 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, or check what stepping down to 265/75R16 does.
Tires in stock in 33x12.50R16
10 models, 11 SKUs at NTW (different load ranges and sidewall styles). Refreshed daily. Includes metric sizes NTW lists as this size's equivalent.
| Tire | Type | Options | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interco SSR | Mud Terrain | 2 | $432 |
| Bfgoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 | All Terrain | 1 | $339 |
| Bfgoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 | Mud Terrain | 1 | $345 |
| Falken Rubitrek A/T | All Terrain | 1 | $286 |
| Interco Trxus M/T | Mud Terrain | 1 | $455 |
| Interco Trxus STS Radial | All Terrain | 1 | $404 |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXP | All Terrain | 1 | $306 |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Legend MTZ | Mud Terrain | 1 | $331 |
| Toyo Open Country M/T | Mud Terrain | 1 | $361 |
| Toyo Open Country R/T | All Terrain | 1 | $335 |
Prices per tire at NTW when last checked; confirm at checkout.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is a 33x12.50R16 tire in inches?+
A 33x12.50R16 is 33.00 inches tall and 12.50 inches wide, with a 8.50-inch sidewall on a 16-inch wheel. Real mounted tires vary a few tenths of an inch by brand, load range, and rim width.
What is 33x12.50R16 in metric?+
The nearest metric equivalent is 318/68R16. Flotation sizes like 33x12.50R16 list the actual height and width in inches, so there's no math to do: 33" tall, 12.50" wide.
What does 33x12.50R16 mean?+
33x12.50R16 is flotation sizing, which just tells you the dimensions in inches: 33" tall, 12.50" wide, on a 16-inch wheel.
33x12.50R16 vs 315/75R16: how much bigger?+
315/75R16 is 1.6 inches taller (4.9%) and 0.1 inches narrower. Going from 33x12.50R16 to 315/75R16, a speedometer reading 65 mph means you're actually doing 68.2.
Looking for another size? See the full truck tire size chart.