245/70R16 rugged terrain tyres
Compare 3 rugged terrain tyres in 245/70R16 (also written 245/70 R16 or 245 70 16) from 3 brands, priced from $290 to $294 each including GST. Choose delivery to your address, or have them sent to a Tyroola fitting partner near you to be fitted and balanced.
What 245/70R16 means
A 245/70R16 tyre is 245 mm wide across the tread. The sidewall is 70% of that width, about 172 mm tall, and it fits a 16-inch rim. That puts the overall diameter at roughly 749 mm, or about 425 wheel revolutions per kilometre. The R stands for radial construction.
Load index and speed rating
Tyres listed in 245/70R16 carry load indexes from 113 (1,150 kg per tyre) to 118 (1,320 kg per tyre) and speed ratings Q (160 km/h), R (170 km/h) and S (180 km/h). Your vehicle's tyre placard, usually inside the driver's door frame, sets the minimum load index and speed rating. Replacements must match or exceed both.
Brands in 245/70R16
The brands with the most 245/70R16 options are Goodyear (1), Kenda (1), Kumho (1).
Frequently asked questions
What does 245/70R16 mean?
It means a tyre 245 mm wide with a sidewall 70% of that width (about 172 mm), radial construction, for a 16-inch rim. The load index and speed rating follow the size on the sidewall, for example 245/70R16 91V.
How much are 245/70R16 tyres?
Right now 245/70R16 tyres range from $290 to $294 each including GST, depending on brand, tread type and load rating. A set of four starts from $1,160.
Which load index and speed rating do I need for 245/70R16?
Use the load index and speed rating on your vehicle's tyre placard as the minimum. A higher load index or speed rating is fine; a lower one is not. If your placard lists more than one size, use the ratings shown for the size you are buying.
Can I get 245/70R16 tyres fitted near me?
Yes. At checkout, choose a Tyroola fitting partner near you and the tyres are delivered there for fitting and balancing. You can also have them delivered to your own address.