550-16 Excelsior Bias Ply Blackwall Tire
Excelsior Tires offer beautiful European styling and design in an extensive range of beaded edge and straight side wall sizes. Excelsior tires feature durable nylon cord construction. These tires feature authentic antique tire tread designs and sidewall markings and are an excellent choice for antique restorations. Please note that dimensions listed tread width, section width and overall diameter are non-scientific and based on an inflated tire, mounted on a wheel. Dimensions may vary due to rim width and inflation pressure.
Blackwall Tire
Since the introduction of carbon black rocked the tire industry, the original recipe for most tires has been a solid black sidewall. For classics and collector cars alike, it's hard to beat the no-nonsense appeal of a classic blackwall style tire. British sports car, classic truck and even hot rod enthusiasts love the way a nice period correct blackwall tire looks on their vehicles.
Bias Ply Construction
Bias ply tire construction is a method that was used from the 1900's through the 1970's on passenger cars and light trucks. Bias ply tires feature ply cords that run at a 45 degree angle to the bead, and overlap in a crisscross pattern, depending on how many ply layers are used. This creates a strong tire, but bias ply tires have a tendency to follow breaks or ruts in the pavement. Bias ply tires are the most authentic choice for classic car restorations and traditional hot rod builds. Coker Tire offers a huge variety of bias ply tires for many applications.
Excelsior Bias Ply Tires
Excelsior bias ply tires offer hard-to-find sizes and styles for a wide variety of American and European classic cars. This size selection includes fitments for metric rims, and other unique European sizes.
Excelsior Vintage Tires
Excelsior tires feature vintage designs that are excellent for restored race cars, hot rods and custom builds. The Excelsior Roadster Radial is an all new Bias Look radial designed to look exactly like a bias ply and still provide great radial performance. This revolutionary tire works for both the Hot Rod and Restoration enthusiast segments. The Stahl Sport Radial is extremely popular with hot rodders who love to drive their cars, both for their stylish good looks and for their long-wearing performance on the road. From authentic Bias ply tires to cutting edge innovations for collectors, there's an Excelsior tire for your Antique application.
Please Note
- Tire mounted on wheel for demonstration purposes only. Wheel and other accessories are not included. Please note that dimensions listed (tread width, section width and overall diameter) are non-scientific and based on an inflated tire, mounted to a wheel. Dimensions may vary due to rim width and inflation pressure. Please note Chemical Guys Tire and Rubber Cleaner and Adams Polish Tire shine has been linked to Whitewall browning and should not be used. We recommend using our line of tire care products.
| SKU | 639760 |
|---|---|
| Weight | 16.000000 |
| Availability Date | 2026-10-30T00:00:00Z |
| Sidewall Style | Blackwall |
| Tire Construction | Bias Ply |
| Construction Ply | 4 PLY NYLON |
| Tire Series | Excelsior Bias Ply |
| Speed Rating | P |
| Rim Diameter | 16 inch |
| Tube Type or Tubeless | Tube Type |
| Product Size | 550-16 |
| Width Bias Ply | 5.50 |
| Brand | Excelsior |
| Load Index | 82 |
| Section Width (IN) | 4.5 |
| Rim Width (in) | 3.25 - 4.00 |
| Overall Diameter (IN) | 26.75 |
This Excelsior comes in the 550-16 size, suitable for the classic and collector vehicles listed below.
About the 550-16 Tire Size
The 550-16 tire size is associated with a wide span of vehicle applications from 1937 through 1966, covering American, European, and British makes across prewar, postwar, and early sports car eras. This Excelsior is offered in the 550-16 size, and its bias ply construction makes it relevant to the period vehicle applications connected with this size. For more detailed information on this tire size, explore the 550-16 tire on Coker Tire Fitment Guide.
Vehicle Fitment for the Excelsior | 550-16
The Excelsior | 550-16 is available in a tire size associated with a range of classic and collector vehicles. The vehicle applications below are organized by year, make, and model to help identify vehicles associated with the 550-16 size. Explore the linked Make & Model and Year Make & Model pages for more detailed fitment information.
Fitment information should be verified for the specific vehicle before purchase. Confirm tire size, wheel fit, load requirements, overall diameter, and available clearance.
1936–19405 makes · 15 fitments
The 1936–1940 period includes 550-16 applications across Ford, Hudson, Plymouth, Studebaker, and Willys. These applications cover a compact but varied mix of cars associated with this tire size.
Ford
Ford applications in this period include the 74 Series and 60 Series.
Hudson
Hudson applications in this period include the 112 Series and 40 Series.
Plymouth
Plymouth applications in this period include the P3, Standard, Economy, and Road King.
Studebaker
Studebaker fitment in this period is represented by the Champion.
Willys
Willys applications in this period include the 37 Series, 4 Cyl., Deluxe, and 40 Series.
1941–19454 makes · 7 fitments
The 1941–1945 period includes 550-16 applications for Hudson, Nash, Studebaker, and Willys. These are select wartime-era associations tied to this tire size.
Hudson
Hudson applications in this period include the 6 Cyl. and 20T Series.
Nash
Nash fitment in this period is represented by the Ambassador 600.
Studebaker
Studebaker fitment in this period is represented by the Champion.
Willys
Willys fitment in this period is represented by the American 441.
1946–19507 makes · 15 fitments
The 1946–1950 period includes 550-16 applications spanning Austin, Bristol, Mercedes-Benz, Singer, Studebaker, Volvo, and a small number of additional makes in this range. These applications show the broader postwar reach of this tire size.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz fitment in this period is represented by the 170.
Studebaker
Studebaker fitment in this period is represented by the Champion.
Austin
Austin applications in this period include the A 90 and A 70.
Bristol
Bristol fitment in this period is represented by the 402.
Singer
Singer fitment in this period is represented by the 1500.
Volvo
Volvo fitment in this period is represented by the PV 445.
1951–195513 makes · 43 fitments
The 1951–1955 period includes a broad range of 550-16 applications spanning Alfa Romeo, Austin, BMW, Bristol, DKW, Ferrari, Jensen, Maserati, Mercedes-Benz, Morgan, Singer, Sunbeam, and additional makes. This is one of the widest application ranges associated with the 550-16 size.
Alfa Romeo
Alfa Romeo fitment in this period is represented by the 1900.
Austin
Austin applications in this period include the A 70 and A 90.
BMW
BMW fitment in this period is represented by the 501.
Bristol
Bristol applications in this period include the 402 and 404.
Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz fitment in this period is represented by the 170.
Singer
Singer fitment in this period is represented by the 1500.
Volvo
Volvo fitment in this period is represented by the PV 445.
Ferrari
Ferrari fitment in this period is represented by the Millemeglia.
Maserati
Maserati fitment in this period is represented by the A6.
Morgan
Morgan fitment in this period is represented by the 2+4 Seater.
Sunbeam
Sunbeam applications in this period include the 90, Alpine, and Mark.
DKW
DKW fitment in this period is represented by the F800/3.
Jensen
Jensen fitment in this period is represented by the 541.
1956–196010 makes · 35 fitments
The 1956–1960 period includes a strong concentration of 550-16 applications across AC, Arnolt-Bristol, DKW, Jensen, Morgan, Singer, Standard, and Sunbeam. This period shows the size in sustained use across several low-volume sports and touring models.
AC
AC fitment in this period is represented by the Ace.
Arnolt-Bristol
Arnolt-Bristol fitment in this period is represented by the MKII.
DKW
DKW fitment in this period is represented by the F800/3.
Jensen
Jensen fitment in this period is represented by the 541.
Morgan
Morgan fitment in this period is represented by the 2+4 Seater.
Singer
Singer fitment in this period is represented by the Hunter.
Standard
Standard fitment in this period is represented by the Vanguard.
Sunbeam
Sunbeam applications in this period include the Alpine, Mark, and Sunbeam.
1961–19654 makes · 11 fitments
The 1961–1965 period includes 550-16 applications for AC, Arnolt-Bristol, DKW, and Standard. These later applications continue the size across select specialty and low-production vehicles.
AC
AC fitment in this period is represented by the Ace.
Arnolt-Bristol
Arnolt-Bristol applications in this period include the Bolide and MKII.
DKW
DKW fitment in this period is represented by the F800/3.
Standard
Standard fitment in this period is represented by the Vanguard.
1966–19701 make · 1 fitment
The 1966–1970 period includes a select 550-16 application for AC. This late entry keeps the size connected to the AC Ace into 1966.
AC
AC fitment in this period is represented by the Ace.
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