1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E Tire Size
There are multiple tire sizes for your 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E 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 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E.
Trim Options:
2.3
185/65 R15
Simplified Size: 185-65-15
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E is 185/65HR15 H. A color-coded explanation of the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E's tire size is shown below.
185 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 185 millimeters. | ||||||
15 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 15 inches in diameter. | ||||||
65 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 65%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 65% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 120 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 H, which means 130 mph (210 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |
Trim Options:
2.6
185/65R15 87
Simplified Size: 185-65-15
Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.
The original tire size for your 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E is 185/65R15 87V. A color-coded explanation of the 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E's tire size is shown below.
185 | This number indicates that your tire has a width of 185 millimeters. | ||||||
15 | The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 15 inches in diameter. | ||||||
87 | This tire has a load index of 87, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1199 pounds (545 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite. | ||||||
65 | This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 65%. In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 65% of the width. In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 120 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 V, which means 149 mph (240 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous. |