Data sheet TS-315/75R16 · Size
315/75R16 in inches
315/75R16 measures 34.6 in (879 mm) overall by the formula. It turns 583 revolutions per mile (362 per km).
Fig. 1 — Cross-section
Table 1 — Nominal dimensions
| Item | in | mm |
|---|---|---|
| DOverall diameter | 34.60 | 879 |
| ASection width | 12.40 | 315 |
| BSidewall | 9.30 | 236.3 |
| CRim | 16 | 406.4 |
| Circumference | 108.7 | 2,761 |
| Revs per mile · km | 583 | 362 |
| Flotation size printed | 35X12.50R16LT | Mickey Thompson |
|---|---|---|
| Measuring rim | 8.5″ | Mickey Thompson LT |
| Approved rims | 8.0–11.0, 8.0–10.5, 8.0–10.0″ | 11 LT tires |
Table 2 — Measured range
34.50–34.96″overall diameter, 11 tires from 5 makers (math: 34.60″)
64–82 lbweight, 11 LT versions
16.3–21.0/32″new tread depth
3,860 lbmax load per tire, 10 of 11 LT versions list it, as published
11 LT · 0 Pversions in the makers’ tables we read
All 11 tires ↓Table 3
11 tires in 315/75R16, as published
One row per model and type, from each maker’s size table. LT first, then P-metric; sorted by diameter.
The math says 34.60″. 11 tires from 5 makers measure 34.50″–34.96″. Tallest here: Nitto Mud Grappler (mud-terrain), 34.96″. Check the maker’s number before you buy for a tight fit.
| Tire | Type | Diameter | Width | Rims, in | Weight | Tread | Max load |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mickey Thompson Baja Legend MTZmickeythompsontires.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127Q | 34.50″ | 12.60″ | 8.0–11.0 | 68.0 lb | 20.5/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Boss M/Tmickeythompsontires.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127Q | 34.50″ | 12.60″ | 8.0–11.0 | 73.0 lb | 20.5/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Nitto Ridge Grapplernittotire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124Q | 34.57″ | 12.32″ | 8.0–10.5 | 73.0 lb | 16.4/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Nitto Recon Grappler A/Tnittotire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124R | 34.57″ | 12.32″ | 8.0–10.5 | 70.3 lb | 16.3/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Nitto Terra Grappler G3nittotire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124R | 34.57″ | 12.32″ | 8.0–10.5 | 69.5 lb | 16.3/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Firestone Destination M/T2firestonetire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127Q | 34.60″ | — | 8.0–10.0 | 68.4 lb | 21.0/32″ | — |
| Toyo Open Country A/T IIItoyotires.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124R | 34.60″ | 12.30″ | 8.0–10.5 | 65.0 lb | 16.9/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Kumho Road Venture MT71kumhotireusa.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124Q | 34.80″ | 12.30″ | 8.0–11.0 | 77.5 lb | 20.0/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Mickey Thompson Baja Legend EXPmickeythompsontires.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127Q | 34.80″ | 11.90″ | 8.0–11.0 | 64.0 lb | 18.5/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Nitto Trail Grappler M/Tnittotire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124Q | 34.80″ | 12.83″ | 8.0–10.5 | 82.4 lb | 20.0/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
| Nitto Mud Grapplernittotire.com · Oct 15, 2026 | LT · E 127/124P | 34.96″ | 12.87″ | 8.0–10.5 | 80.7 lb | 20.7/32″ | 3,860 lb @ 65 psi |
§ 1
What the size measures
By the formula 315/75R16 is 34.6 in (879 mm) overall. Section width is 12.4 in (315 mm). Sidewall height is 9.3 in (236 mm) on a 16 in (406 mm) rim. Circumference is 108.7 in (2,761 mm).
Revolutions by the formula are 583 per mile (362 per km). These are nominal, unloaded numbers calculated with standard tire math.
- Formula used: sidewall = section width × aspect ratio / 100; overall = rim × 25.4 mm + 2 × sidewall.
- Revs per mile formula: 63,360 / (π × diameter in inches).
§ 2
What makers publish
Makers' size tables list 11 tires in 315/75R16 from 5 brands. All 11 entries are LT tires; none are P-metric passenger versions. The listed load range for those LT entries is E (maker tables).
Published overall diameters run 34.5 in to 34.96 in versus 34.60 in by the formula (−0.3% to +1.0%). Weights run from 64 lbs to 82.4 lbs. New tread depths run from 16.3/32 in to 21/32 in.
- Toyo Open Country A/T III: 34.6 in overall; 12.3 in inflated width; 65 lbs; 16.9/32 in tread; Toyo lists 601 revs/mi.
- Nitto Ridge Grappler: 34.57 in overall; 12.32 in inflated width; 73 lbs; 16.4/32 in tread.
- Kumho Road Venture MT71: 34.8 in overall; 12.3 in measured width; 77.5 lbs; 20/32 in tread.
§ 3
Closest sizes and changes
Neighbors within ±3% of 315/75R16's diameter are calculated on rims from 15 to 17 in. The ±3% window is a tire-shop rule of thumb, not a law. See the comparison tool for more pairs.
Examples show how small diameter changes affect indicated speed, revs and axle clearance. Use the speedometer calculator for exact indicated-to-true speed differences.
- 315/75R16 → 295/75R17: diameter −0.5% (−0.18 in, −5 mm); at an indicated 60 mph true speed is 59.7 mph (100 km/h → 99.5 km/h); revs 583 → 586; axle clearance −0.09 in (−2 mm).
- 315/75R16 → 315/70R17: diameter −0.7% (−0.24 in, −6 mm); at an indicated 60 mph true speed is 59.6 mph (100 km/h → 99.3 km/h); revs 583 → 587; axle clearance −0.12 in (−3 mm).
- 315/75R16 → 35x10.50R17: diameter +1.1% (+0.40 in, +10 mm); at an indicated 60 mph true speed is 60.7 mph (100 km/h → 101.1 km/h); revs 583 → 576; axle clearance +0.20 in (+5 mm).
Fig. 2
315/75R16 and the sizes next to it
To scale, on one ground line. Diameter by the formula.
Table 4
Compare 315/75R16 with another size
Type any size: diameter, sidewall, speedometer and clearance change against this one.
Comparison
285/75R16 is 32.83″ tall, −5.12% against 315/75R16. At 60 mph on the dial you drive 56.9 mph.
| Item | 315/75R16 | 285/75R16 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter | 34.60″ | 32.83″ | −1.77″ −5.12% |
| Section width | 12.40″ | 11.22″ | −1.18″ |
| Sidewall | 9.30″ | 8.42″ | −0.89″ |
| Circumference | 108.7″ | 103.1″ | −5.6″ |
| Revs per mile | 583 | 614 | +31 |
| Axle height | 17.30″ | 16.42″ | −0.89″ |
When the odometer counts 1,000 miles, you have driven 948.8 miles.
Engine RPM at the same road speed: +5.4%. Gear ratio calculator
Speedometer
| Dial shows | True speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 30 mph | 28.5 mph | −1.5 |
| 45 mph | 42.7 mph | −2.3 |
| 60 mph | 56.9 mph | −3.1 |
| 70 mph | 66.4 mph | −3.6 |
| 80 mph | 75.9 mph | −4.1 |
315/75R16285/75R16
Note 1
P-metric or LT in the same size
11 LT and 0 P versions in the tables we read.
No single model in our tables is published in both P and LT versions of 315/75R16; Table 3 lists both types side by side.
On trucks and SUVs, the load ratings of the tires on an axle must add up to at least the axle’s GAWR on the certification label (49 CFR 571.110).
Vehicles on 315/75R16: not listed yet. We add a vehicle here only from its maker’s own spec sheet for that year and trim.
The size your vehicle left the factory on is printed on the tire and loading placard on the driver’s door jamb (49 CFR 571.110). Pressure and load: that placard too.
Table 5
Within 3% of 315/75R16
Same rim or ±1″, diameter within 3%. A shop rule of thumb, not a law.
| Size | Diameter | Width | vs 315/75R16 | At 60 mph | Clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 295/75R17 | 34.42″ | 11.6″ | −0.5% | 59.7 | −0.09″ |
| 315/70R17 | 34.36″ | 12.4″ | −0.7% | 59.6 | −0.12″ |
| 35x10.50R17 | 35.00″ | 10.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x11.50R16 | 35.00″ | 11.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x11.50R17 | 35.00″ | 11.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x12.50R15 | 35.00″ | 12.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x12.50R17 | 35.00″ | 12.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x13.50R15 | 35.00″ | 13.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 35x14.50R15 | 35.00″ | 14.5″ | +1.1% | 60.7 | +0.20″ |
| 255/85R17 | 34.07″ | 10.0″ | −1.5% | 59.1 | −0.27″ |
Q&A
Common questions
How tall is a 315/75R16 tire?
By the formula it is 34.6 in (879 mm) overall. Maker measurements run 34.5 in to 34.96 in.
How many revolutions per mile does it make?
By the formula it makes 583 revolutions per mile (362 per km). Toyo lists 601 revs per mile for its Open Country A/T III in this size.
Is 315/75R16 an LT or P size?
Makers' size tables show 11 entries in 315/75R16 and all are LT versions. The listed load range for those LT tires is E.
Where do I find the vehicle's tire pressure and load info?
The tire and loading placard is on the driver's side B-pillar (door jamb). See that placard for the vehicle maker's recommended cold inflation pressure and load limits (49 CFR 571.110).
Notes
Method and sources
Each number and rule comes from a source with the date it was checked.
- Sidewall = width × aspect ratio ÷ 100
- Diameter = rim × 25.4 + 2 × sidewall (mm)
- Revs per mile = 63,360 ÷ (π × diameter, in)
- True speed = dial × new diameter ÷ old diameter
- Clearance change = half the diameter change
Numbers are nominal: the tire unloaded, on its measuring rim. Revs per mile published by makers run higher than the formula. “Within 3%” is a rule of thumb tire shops use, not a law. Tire pressure: the placard on your door jamb.
- Mickey Thompson: size table (mickeythompsontires.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- Nitto: size table (nittotire.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- Toyo: size table (toyotires.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- Kumho: size table (kumhotireusa.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- Mickey Thompson: size table (mickeythompsontires.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- Mickey Thompson: size table (mickeythompsontires.com)checked Oct 15, 2026
- 49 CFR 571.139 (FMVSS No. 139), S5.5(d)ecfr.gov · checked Oct 15, 2026
- 49 CFR 571.110 (FMVSS No. 110), S4.3ecfr.gov · checked Oct 15, 2026
Related
Calculators and size classes
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- Compare up to 4 sizesUp to four sizes side by side, drawn to scale.
- Metric ↔ inchesMetric to inches, and 33x12.50R20 to metric.
- Speedometer errorTrue speed after a size change.
- Gear ratio and RPMEngine RPM and the ratio to regear to.
- Wheel offset and pokeBackspacing, poke and inner clearance.
- DOT date codeHow old a tire is, from the DOT number.
- Load index chartLoad index in pounds and kilograms.
- Bolt patternMeasure it, convert inches to mm.
- Rim size and tire fitWhat 17x8 ET35 means, which sizes go on it.
- What fits my carStart from the placard on the door.
- Tire size chartCommon sizes in inches, by rim.