GarageCalc What 245/75R16 means
245 is the section width in millimeters (9.6 in). 75 is the aspect ratio: the sidewall is 75 percent of the width, so 245 × 0.75 = 184 mm (7.2 in). R is radial construction, and 16 is the wheel diameter in inches (406 mm). Stack two sidewalls on the wheel and you get the overall diameter: 406 + 2 × 184 = 774 mm, or 30.5 in.
A full marking adds a load index and speed rating after the size, for example 245/75R16 91V. Those two codes set how much weight and speed the tire is certified for; look them up in the load index chart and the speed rating chart.
Plus and minus sizing from 245/75R16
Going up one wheel size, the closest match is 245/70R17 at +0.1% diameter with a 172 mm sidewall instead of 184 mm. Going down one size, 265/70R15 is -2.8% with a taller 186 mm sidewall for more comfort and pothole margin. Anything inside 3 percent keeps the speedometer, ABS and gearing effectively stock; the comparison calculator shows the full speedometer table for any pair.
Which cars come with 245/75R16
Typical factory fitments include Toyota Tacoma (2005-2015, 4x4 and PreRunner). Tire size changes with trim and wheel option, so confirm on the door-jamb placard before buying.
Frequently asked questions
How tall is a 245/75R16 tire?
30.5 inches (774 mm) in overall diameter: the 16-inch wheel (406 mm) plus two 184 mm sidewalls. Real tires land within about 1 to 2 percent of that depending on brand, tread depth and pressure.
What is 245/75R16 in inches?
30.5 x 9.6 R16: 30.5 inches tall, 9.6 inches wide, on a 16-inch wheel. The sidewall is 7.2 inches and the circumference is 95.7 inches, so the tire turns 662 times per mile.
What tire sizes are equivalent to 245/75R16?
Within 3 percent of the same diameter on the same 16-inch wheel: 265/70R16 (+0.5%), 255/70R16 (-1.4%), 235/75R16 (-1.9%); on a 17-inch wheel: 245/70R17 (+0.1%), 265/65R17 (+0.3%); on a 15-inch wheel: 265/70R15 (-2.8%). The percentage is the diameter change, which is also your speedometer error.
Can I use 255/70R16 instead of 245/75R16?
Dimensionally yes: 255/70R16 is 1.4% shorter (-11 mm) and 10 mm wider, and at a true 60 mph the speedometer would read 60.8 mph. The extra width needs about 0.20 in of clearance on each side of the tire and a rim width that suits 255 mm.