255/70 on 16x6.5 rim

Looking for a new wheel setup and not sure if 255/70 tire size fits on the 16x6.5 rim? Apparently, tires of a given size fit on a limited number of rims based on the wheel radius and width. To decide if 255/70 will fit the 16x6.5 wheels, we have examined data both from manufacturers and car tuners.

Our analytical report answers the question whether 255/70 tires match the 16x6.5 rim and what kind of inconveniences and troubles car owners may encounter using this combination. We also have collected the most popular tire sizes for the 16x6.5 rim and rim widths for a 255/70 R16 tire size.

On top of that we suggest exploring some real-life projects with photos to see how car enthusiasts managed to mount 255/70 tires size on the 16x6.5 rims.

Will a P 255/70 R16 tire fit 16x6.5 rim?


Rim width 165 mm
Tire width 255 mm
Aspect ratio 70%
Rim Diameter R16
Recommended rim width 6.5 - 8.5
Popular tire sizes for a 16x6.5 rim P 205/55 R16, P 205/55 R16, P 205/60 R16
Popular rim widths for a P 255/70 R16 tire size 16x8.0, 16x7.0

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