Tire size
16.9-38 Tractor Tires
16.9-38 is a bias farm tractor rear tire size with R-1 tread, used for heavy row crop.
New and used options. Tell us the quantity, your machine and where to ship.
16.9-38 tires listed now
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New
22 sizes Ozka KNK50 R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $75.00
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16 sizes Ascenso TDB 120 R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $264.00
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18 sizes Petlas TA60 R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $235.00
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12 sizes Carlisle Farm Specialist R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $540.00
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15 sizes Galaxy Earth-Pro R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $401.00
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8 sizes Cultor AS-Agri 13 R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $560.00
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15 sizes CEAT Farmax R1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $296.00
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23 sizes Alliance 324 FarmPRO R-1 Bias Tractor Tire
From $248.00
Not what you need? We source more 16.9-38 tires than we list. Add the size to your quote list above.
What “16.9-38” means
- 16.9Section width: 16.9 in (429 mm)
- -Bias-ply construction
- 38Rim diameter: fits a 38-inch wheel
Where 16.9-38 is used
| Type | Tread | Construction | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Tractor Rear | R-1 | Bias | Heavy row crop |
Buying 16.9-38 tractor tires
16.9-38 is a tall, narrow rear tire for row-crop tractors. It is about 16.9 inches (429 mm) wide on a 38-inch wheel. The narrow width lets the tractor run between crop rows without damaging plants, and the tall rim gives good crop clearance. It is also a common choice for duals on row-crop tractors, where two narrow tires on each side give flotation while still fitting between rows.
The radial equivalents are 16.9R38 and 420/85R38. For tractors doing long days of planting, spraying and cultivating, a radial usually pays off in traction, ride and tread life.
Row width and duals
Measure your row spacing and the tire’s section width before ordering. As a rule, the tire should be clearly narrower than the gap between rows so it does not ride on the plants, and the spacing between duals must leave the tires centered in the rows. Tell us your row spacing and whether you run duals, and we will check the fit.
What to check
- Tread: R-1 is standard; R-1W gives more grip and wear in wet soil.
- Ply rating or load index: match or exceed your current tires, especially on the inner dual, which carries more load.
- Front-wheel-assist ratio: check it before changing rear size or construction.
- Used tires: ask for the tread depth, the date code and photos of both sidewalls.
More rear sizes are on our tractor tires page, including the wider 18.4-38. Send the quantity and delivery location for a quote.
What do 16.9-38 tires cost on our site?
We list 10 models in 16.9-38. 6 have a listed price, from $650 (Petlas TA60) to $1,610 (BKT TR 135) per tire, with a median of $1,024. Prices are per tire in US dollars and change with stock and season.
| Model | Tread | Load / ply | Price per tire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petlas TA60 | R-1 | 8PR 141A6 / 10PR 144A6 / 12PR | $650 |
| Goodyear Dyna Torque II | R-1 | D/8 ply | $830 |
| Ascenso TDB 120 | R-1 | 8 ply TT | $862 |
| CEAT Farmax R1 | R-1 | 8 ply | $1,186 |
| Galaxy Earth-Pro R-1 | R-1 | 8 / 12 ply | $1,214 |
| BKT TR 135 | R-1 | D/8 ply | $1,610 |
| Ozka KNK50 | R-1 | 10 / 14PR | Quote |
| Carlisle Farm Specialist R-1 | R-1 | 8 ply | Quote |
| Cultor AS-Agri 13 | R-1 | 8 ply TT | Quote |
| Alliance 324 FarmPRO | R-1 | 8 ply / 141A8 | Quote |
How tall is the 16.9-38 tire?
The nominal overall diameter is about 66.7 in (1,695 mm), which gives a rolling circumference near 21 in (5,325 mm). That figure is an estimate that assumes an 85% aspect ratio, the usual rule for old inch sizes. Real tires vary by make and load, so treat it as a guide and use the tire diameter calculator or the lead-lag calculator before you change size on a front-wheel-assist tractor.
Is 16.9-38 a radial or a bias tire?
It is a bias-ply size. The dash in the size marks bias construction, which costs less and has stiffer sidewalls. See the radial vs bias guide.
Brands we source
- Michelin
- Bridgestone
- Goodyear
- Trelleborg
- BKT
- Firestone
- Titan
- Alliance
- Mitas
- Continental
- CEAT
- Yokohama Off-Highway
- Nokian Tyres
- Cultor
- Galaxy
- Carlisle
- Petlas
- Ascenso
- Maxam
- Ozka
Brand availability varies by size. Ask us which brands we can supply in 16.9-38, new or used.