Tire size
5.50-16 Tractor Tires
5.50-16 is a bias farm tractor front tire size with R-1 tread, used for front axle / utility.
New and used options. Tell us the quantity, your machine and where to ship.
5.50-16 tires listed now
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New
5 sizes Ozka KNK35 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $117.00
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New
4 sizes Petlas TD16 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $74.00
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7 sizes Carlisle Farm Specialist F-2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $106.00
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6 sizes Galaxy Earth-Pro F-2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $78.00
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6 sizes CEAT Farmax F2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $74.00
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5 sizes Alliance 303 FarmPRO F-2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $82.00
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4 sizes Titan Tru-Trac F-2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $161.00
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6 sizes BKT TF 9090 F-2 Bias Front Tractor Tire
From $89.00
Not what you need? We source more 5.50-16 tires than we list. Add the size to your quote list above.
What “5.50-16” means
- 5.50Section width: 5.5 in (140 mm)
- -Bias-ply construction
- 16Rim diameter: fits a 16-inch wheel
Where 5.50-16 is used
| Type | Tread | Construction | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Tractor Front | R-1 | Bias | Front axle / utility |
Buying 5.50-16 tires
5.50-16 is a front tire for older two-wheel-drive utility tractors, and it is also used on some trailers and implements. It is about 5.5 inches (140 mm) wide on a 16-inch rim.
Which tread do you need?
Most 5.50-16 tractor tires are ribbed steering tires. Tell us if yours is a driven front or an implement wheel.
- Ribbed front (F-2 style): for steering tires on two-wheel-drive tractors. The ribs hold a straight line and stop the front sliding sideways.
- R-1 lug: for driven front axles on front-wheel-assist tractors.
- I-1 rib: for trailers, wagons and implement wheels.
Our tread types guide explains the codes.
Easy to confuse
- 5.50-16, 6.00-16 and 6.50-16 fit the same 16-inch rim but differ in width and height. Mixing them on one axle makes the tractor pull.
What to check
- Ply rating: match or exceed your current tires. Tractors with a front loader or front weights need the higher rating.
- Tube type: many front rims in this size run tubes. Ask if you need new tubes too.
- Wear pattern: uneven wear on front tires usually points to toe-in, worn bearings or loader weight. Fix the cause before fitting new tires.
- Used tires: ask for the tread depth, the date code and photos of both sidewalls, and look for weather cracks.
- Pairs: replace both fronts together.
Send the quantity, where the tire goes and the delivery location for a quote. More front sizes are on our tractor tires page.
What do 5.50-16 tires cost on our site?
We list 8 models in 5.50-16. 8 have a listed price, from $79 (Petlas TD16) to $700 (Ozka KNK35) per tire, with a median of $95. Prices are per tire in US dollars and change with stock and season.
| Model | Tread | Load / ply | Price per tire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petlas TD16 | – | 6PR 86A6 | $79 |
| Alliance 303 FarmPRO | F-2 | 6 ply / 86A6/78A8 | $82 |
| Galaxy Earth-Pro F-2 | F-2 | 6 ply | $85 |
| CEAT Farmax F2 | F-2 | 86A6 | $92 |
| BKT TF 9090 | F-2 | C/6 ply | $97 |
| Carlisle Farm Specialist F-2 | F-2 | 6 ply TT | $119 |
| Titan Tru-Trac | F-2 | 6 ply | $164 |
| Ozka KNK35 | – | 6 / 8PR | $700 |
How tall is the 5.50-16 tire?
The nominal overall diameter is about 25.4 in (644 mm), which gives a rolling circumference near 8 in (2,023 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 5.50-16 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 5.50-16, new or used.