What do all these numbers mean?

• "P" Stands for Passenger (optional... not on all tires)
• "225" represents the width of the tire in millimeters
• "60" is the % of height to width;
• "R" means Radial; and
• "16" is the diameter of the wheel in inches.
• "97" is the load index (optional... not on all tires)
• "T" is the speed/performance rating (optional... not on all tires)

Learn more about reading a tire size.

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