Section Width555 mm (21.9")
Aspect Ratio42%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter873 mm (34.4")
Sidewall Height233 mm
Circumference2741 mm
555/42R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 555/42R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 555/42R16 tire has a 555mm section width and a 42% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 233.1mm (9.18") and overall outside diameter is 872.6mm (34.35"). At highway speed the tire completes about 365 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 555/42R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 545/43R16 and 565/41R16. 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 555/42R16 you can upsize to 565/39R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 545/45R15 (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 555/42R16 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 555/42R16

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