265/75R16 vs LT255/75R17 tire size comparison
LT255/75R17 is 0.5 in (1.29%) taller than 265/75R16 and 0.4 in narrower. They fit different wheels: 265/75R16 a 16-inch wheel and LT255/75R17 a 17-inch wheel.
265/75R16 and LT255/75R17 side by side
| Measurement | 265/75R16 | LT255/75R17 | Difference | Difference % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Section width | 10.4 in (265 mm) | 10.0 in (255 mm) | -0.4 in (-10 mm) | -3.77% |
| Sidewall height | 7.8 in (199 mm) | 7.5 in (191 mm) | -0.3 in (-8 mm) | -3.77% |
| Wheel (rim) diameter | 16.0 in (406 mm) | 17.0 in (432 mm) | +1.0 in (+26 mm) | +6.25% |
| Overall diameter | 31.6 in (804 mm) | 32.1 in (814 mm) | +0.5 in (+10 mm) | +1.29% |
| Circumference | 99.4 in (2526 mm) | 100.7 in (2558 mm) | +1.3 in (+32 mm) | +1.29% |
| Revolutions per mile | 637 | 629 | -8 | -1.28% |
Differences are LT255/75R17 minus 265/75R16; percentages are relative to 265/75R16. These are nominal design dimensions. Real tires vary by brand, tread depth, wheel width, load and pressure.
The overall diameter differs by 1.29%, which is within the common 3% rule of thumb.
The rule of thumb keeps a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. It covers diameter only. It is not a fit, load or safety check, because width, wheel diameter, load capacity and clearance matter too. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
Speedometer difference
When the speedometer reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for 265/75R16, the actual speed on LT255/75R17 is about 60.8 mph. When it reads 60 mph on a vehicle built for LT255/75R17, the actual speed on 265/75R16 is about 59.2 mph. These figures assume the speedometer is accurate on the original size and use nominal dimensions, so treat them as estimates.
| Speedometer reads | Actual on LT255/75R17 (built for 265/75R16) | Actual on 265/75R16 (built for LT255/75R17) |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.3 mph | 19.7 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.4 mph | 29.6 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.5 mph | 39.5 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.6 mph | 49.4 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.8 mph | 59.2 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.9 mph | 69.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 81.0 mph | 79.0 mph |
A common rule of thumb is to keep a replacement size within about 3% of the original overall diameter. Check the tire placard on the driver's door jamb and your owner's manual for the sizes your vehicle was built for. Confirm any size change with your vehicle's owner's manual or a tire professional.
Which vehicles use each size?
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Other comparisons with 265/75R16
Side-by-side dimensions and speedometer difference for sizes close to 265/75R16 in overall diameter.
- 265/70R17 vs 265/75R16-0.14% shorter than 265/75R16
- 265/75R16 vs LT265/70R17-0.14% shorter than 265/75R16
- 245/60R20 vs 265/75R16-0.24% shorter than 265/75R16
- 265/65R18 vs 265/75R16-0.27% shorter than 265/75R16
- 265/75R16 vs 275/45R22+0.30% taller than 265/75R16
Other comparisons with LT255/75R17
Side-by-side dimensions and speedometer difference for sizes close to LT255/75R17 in overall diameter.
- 255/70R18 vs LT255/75R17-0.01% shorter than LT255/75R17
- 255/60R20 vs LT255/75R17-0.04% shorter than LT255/75R17
- 275/65R18 vs LT255/75R17+0.05% taller than LT255/75R17
- LT255/75R17 vs LT275/65R18+0.05% taller than LT255/75R17
- 285/45R22 vs LT255/75R17+0.12% taller than LT255/75R17
You might also need
- Digital tire pressure gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Check your tire pressure against the number on your door placard.
- Portable tire inflator (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Top up a low tire at home without a trip to the gas station.
- Tire tread depth gauge (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Measure how much tread is left before you decide to replace.
- Lug wrench or torque wrench (Amazon search, opens in a new tab)
Useful for rotations and tire changes; follow the torque spec in your owner's manual.
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