255/70R16 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 255/70R16, a pickup trucks size fitted to Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator and more.
What 255/70R16 tires cost
Ironman All Country A/T
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing, based on what the big US online retailers charge for this size. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $520 to $700, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 255/70R16 size
Ford 1997-2003 truck size (30 in), S/T rated. Highway and A/T tread from most brands; supply is shrinking.
The numbers mean: 255 mm section width, sidewall height 70 % of that width, and a 16-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 30.1 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 255/70R16
- Ford F-150 (1997-2003, XLT)
- Ford Expedition (1997-2002)
- Lincoln Navigator (1998-2002, 16 in)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 255/70R16 tire?
All-Terrain Tires
Pickup, Jeep and SUV owners who tow, drive gravel or dirt roads, or need real traction in snow and mud.
Mud-Terrain Tires
Off-road enthusiasts with lifted trucks or Jeeps that see mud, sand and rock regularly.
Highway Truck & SUV Tires
Pickup and SUV owners who commute, haul the family or tow on pavement and want quiet, long tread life and good fuel economy.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 255/70R16 tires cost?
Expect $95–$125 per tire for a budget brand, $130–$175 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S, and $180–$245 for a premium tire like the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 255/70R16 tires?
255/70R16 is original equipment on Ford F-150 (1997-2003, XLT), Ford Expedition (1997-2002), Lincoln Navigator (1998-2002, 16 in), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 255/70R16 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Ironman All Country A/T is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 255/70R16 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.