225/75R16 vs 265/70R16
265/70R16 is 4.5% taller (+1.32 in) and 1.57 in wider than 225/75R16.
265/70R16 is 4.5% taller than 225/75R16. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.
Real speed on 265/70R16.
Change in height under the axle.
On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.
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225/75R16 or 265/70R16?
Can I use 265/70R16 instead of 225/75R16?
265/70R16 is 4.5% taller than 225/75R16. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.
Will my speedometer be off?
At an indicated 60 mph on 265/70R16 you are really doing 62.7 mph if the speedometer was set up for 225/75R16. Going the other way, 225/75R16 would make it read 57.4 mph at a real 60.
How much ground clearance does it change?
Half the diameter difference: +0.66 in (+17 mm) under the axle.