2003 Ford E-250 Tire Size
There are multiple tire sizes for your 2003 Ford E-250 that depend upon the trim level. Look for your trim level below to get a color-coded explanation of your tire size. Then pick the best tire size for your 2003 Ford E-250.
Trim Options:
(GVWR 8600)Cargo Van (NGV)RV ConversionSuper Van
LT225/75R16/E
Simplified Size: 225-75-16
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2003 Ford E-250 is LT225/75R16/E . A color-coded explanation of the 2003 Ford E-250's tire size is shown below.
LT | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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225 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 225 millimeters. | ||||||
16 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 16 inches in diameter. | ||||||
E | The mark of E denotes your tire's load range, or ply rating. A load range of E means that the tire has a ply rating of 10. Letters further along in the alphabet represent stronger tires that can sustain higher inflation pressures. Tires with higher inflation pressures can carry heavier loads. | ||||||
75 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 75%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 75% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 168 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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Trim Options:
(GVWR 7300)
LT225/75R16/E 115
Simplified Size: 225-75-16
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2003 Ford E-250 is LT225/75R16/E 115R. A color-coded explanation of the 2003 Ford E-250's tire size is shown below.
LT | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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225 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 225 millimeters. | ||||||
16 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 16 inches in diameter. | ||||||
115 | This tire has a load index of 115, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 2673 pounds (1215 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
E | The mark of E denotes your tire's load range, or ply rating. A load range of E means that the tire has a ply rating of 10. Letters further along in the alphabet represent stronger tires that can sustain higher inflation pressures. Tires with higher inflation pressures can carry heavier loads. | ||||||
75 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 75%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 75% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 168 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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This tire has a speed rating of R, which means 105 mph (170 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
(GVWR 7300)Ext.Super Van
LT245/75R16/E
Simplified Size: 245-75-16
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 2003 Ford E-250 is LT245/75R16/E . A color-coded explanation of the 2003 Ford E-250's tire size is shown below.
LT | This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.
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245 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 245 millimeters. | ||||||
16 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 16 inches in diameter. | ||||||
E | The mark of E denotes your tire's load range, or ply rating. A load range of E means that the tire has a ply rating of 10. Letters further along in the alphabet represent stronger tires that can sustain higher inflation pressures. Tires with higher inflation pressures can carry heavier loads. | ||||||
75 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 75%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 75% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 183 millimeters. | ||||||
R | This letter denotes how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.
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