Section Width605 mm (23.8")
Aspect Ratio50%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter1011 mm (39.8")
Sidewall Height303 mm
Circumference3177 mm
605/50R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 605/50R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 605/50R16 tire has a 605mm section width and a 50% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 302.5mm (11.91") and overall outside diameter is 1011.4mm (39.82"). At highway speed the tire completes about 315 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 605/50R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 595/51R16 and 615/49R16. 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 605/50R16 you can upsize to 615/47R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 595/53R15 (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 605/50R16 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 605/50R16

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