About the 265/50R19 Tire

The 265/50R19 is a common tire size for SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer.

With a 132.5 mm sidewall (50% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.

Compared to the baseline 245/40R19, this tire's overall diameter differs by +10.2% — a speedometer calibrated for 245/40R19 would read 90.8 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 747.6 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code265/50R19
Section Width265 mm
Aspect Ratio50%
Rim Diameter19"
Sidewall Height132.5 mm
Overall Diameter747.6 mm / 29.43"
Circumference2348.7 mm / 92.47"
Revolutions per km425.8
Revolutions per mile685.2

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
265/35R19 668.1 -79.5 -10.6% 111.9
265/50R18 722.2 -25.4 -3.4% 103.5
255/50R19 737.6 -10.0 -1.3% 101.4
265/50R19 (current) 747.6 100.0
265/50R20 773.0 +25.4 +3.4% 96.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 265/50R19 tire?
The overall diameter is 747.6 mm (29.43 in), with a 132.5 mm sidewall on a 19-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 265/50R19 tire make?
It makes 425.8 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2348.7 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 265/50R19 tires?
The 265/50R19 is standard OEM equipment on SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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