What does the tire size 215/55r16 mean?
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Tire size 215/55r16 indicates that the tire width is 215 millimeters, the aspect ratio is 55%, the tire structure is radial, and the applicable rim diameter is 16 inches. Below is relevant knowledge about tires: Functions of tires: Support the vehicle load, balancing the average pressure on the tire's contact area with the internal inflation pressure. Reduce and absorb vibrations and impacts during driving, preventing early damage to automotive components caused by severe vibrations. Representation methods of tire specifications: There are essentially two systems for representing tire specifications: metric and imperial. Most countries, including China, use the imperial representation method.