Section Width555 mm (21.9")
Aspect Ratio16%
Rim Diameter27"
Overall Diameter863 mm (34.0")
Sidewall Height89 mm
Circumference2712 mm
555/16R27 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 555/16R27 tire size

Size geometry

A 555/16R27 tire has a 555mm section width and a 16% aspect ratio, mounted on a 27-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 88.8mm (3.50") and overall outside diameter is 863.4mm (33.99"). At highway speed the tire completes about 369 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 555/16R27 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 545/16R27 and 565/16R27. Both keep your speedometer reading within 1% — safe for daily use, ABS, and stability control. Always verify load and speed ratings before swapping.

Plus / minus sizing options

For a 555/16R27 you can upsize to 565/13R28 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 545/19R26 (minus-one) for a softer ride or winter setup. Both stay inside the Âą3% diameter tolerance that ABS and TPMS systems expect.

Vehicle compatibility

0 vehicles in our database run the 555/16R27 tire size from the factory. Aftermarket fitment depends on rim width, offset, and clearance — match these specs to your wheel before purchasing tires.

Vehicles Using 555/16R27

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