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{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Article", "headline": "R16 Tyres NZ: Complete Guide to 16-Inch Tyres", "description": "Comprehensive guide to R16 (16-inch rim) tyres in New Zealand. Covers 60+ options including passenger sizes like 205/55R16, commercial 7.50R16 and 7.00R16, plus 4WD options including 265/75R16, 285/75R16, and 315/75R16 mud terrain tyres.", "author": {"@type": "Person", "name": "Taylor Houghton"}, "publisher": {"@type": "Organization", "name": "Tyre Dispatch", "url": "https://www.tyredispatch.co.nz"}, "datePublished": "2025-12-27", "dateModified": "2025-12-27" } { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ {"@type": "Question", "name": "What does R16 mean on a tyre?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "R16 indicates the tyre fits a 16-inch diameter rim. The 'R' stands for radial construction. For example, 205/55R16 means 205mm width, 55% aspect ratio, radial, for a 16-inch wheel."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What is the most popular R16 tyre size in NZ?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "For 4WDs and utes, 265/75R16 is the most searched size followed by 285/75R16. For passenger cars, 205/55R16 dominates, fitting Camry, Accord, and Mazda 6. 265/70R16 is popular for utes wanting highway-friendly sizing."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What vehicles use 7.50R16 or 7.00R16 tyres?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "7.50R16 and 7.00R16 are commercial light truck sizes using imperial measurements. Common on Toyota Dyna, Hino Dutro, Isuzu NPR, older Hiace, Land Rover Defender, and heavy-duty trailers. The 14PLY and 12PLY ratings handle serious loads."}}, {"@type": "Question", "name": "What's the difference between 265/70R16 and 265/75R16?", "acceptedAnswer": {"@type": "Answer", "text": "Both are 265mm wide on 16-inch rims. 265/70R16 has a 70% aspect ratio (shorter sidewall, ~30.6\" diameter). 265/75R16 has 75% aspect ratio (taller sidewall, ~31.6\" diameter). The 75 pro

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