Ford F-350 Ranger XLT tires

Ford F-350 Ranger XLT Tires: All Model Years

Choose your model year to see exact tire sizes, pressure PSI, load ratings, and in-stock options for your specific Ford F-350 Ranger XLT configuration.

Factory Tire Options for Ford F-350 Ranger XLT (1980–1981)

Original tire fitments for the Ford F-350 Ranger XLT depend heavily on the model year and heavy-duty options ordered from the factory. Historical data for 1980–1981 highlights an original equipment range starting at 7.50-16LT/D up to 9.50-16.5LT/E.
Depending on your F-350 Ranger XLT truck's payload class, the factory installed either 16-inch or 16.5-inch heavy-duty rims matched with Load Range D or E ply ratings. Because Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR) dictate the original rolling gear on these classic pickups, always confirm your setup using the driver-side door jamb sticker or the owner's manual before buying.
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Ford F-350 Ranger XLT Tire Sizes by Year

Model YearDocumented OEM Tire SizesFactory Wheel SizesFitment
19808.00-16.5LT/D, 8.00-16.5LT/E, 8.75-16.5LT/E, 9.50-16.5LT/E16.5"View 1980 Fitment
19817.50-16LT/D, 7.50-16LT/E, 8.00-16.5LT/D, 8.00-16.5LT/E, 8.75-16.5LT/E, 9.50-16.5LT/E16", 16.5"View 1981 Fitment

For the F-350 Ranger XLT, the most useful distinction is wheel diameter: the documented 1980 choices are all 16.5-inch fitments, while 1981 also includes two 16-inch options. Start with the correct year, then use the truck's exact configuration to determine which complete size and load-range designation belongs on it before shopping.

1980–1981 Ford F-350 Ranger XLT Historical Fitment Pattern

Original equipment choices for the F-350 Ranger XLT split into two distinct wheel styles: four specific 16.5-inch light truck sizes carried over across both production years, whereas the 16-inch rim configurations only appeared on the 1981 option list.

F-350 Ranger XLT Factory Tire Size

Documented Production Timeline

8.00-16.5LT/D

Active factory option for both 1980 and 1981.

8.00-16.5LT/E

Active factory option for both 1980 and 1981.

8.75-16.5LT/E

Active factory option for both 1980 and 1981.

9.50-16.5LT/E

Active factory option for both 1980 and 1981.

7.50-16LT/D

Exclusively documented for the 1981 model year.

7.50-16LT/E

Exclusively documented for the 1981 model year.

Important Fitment Notice: This data chart serves as a historical reference point and should not be used to interchange incompatible tire sizes. Before exploring our active inventory or purchasing new tires, ensure your selection matches your truck's model year, exact wheel diameter, and full load capacity rating.

Which F-350 Ranger XLT Tire Sizes Match 16- and 16.5-Inch Wheels?

Wheel diameter provides a useful first check on the F-350 Ranger XLT because its documented 16-inch and 16.5-inch fitments use different tire designations.

Factory WheelDocumented F-350 Ranger XLT Tire Sizes
16x67.50-16LT/D, 7.50-16LT/E
16.5x68.00-16.5LT/D, 8.00-16.5LT/E, 8.75-16.5LT/E
16.5x6.759.50-16.5LT/E

Matching the wheel does not by itself confirm vehicle fitment. Use it to narrow the possibilities, then select the exact F-350 Ranger XLT year and configuration to identify the OEM tire designation you should use when shopping for replacements.

Compare F-350 Ranger XLT Tire Fitment With Other F-350 Models

The fitment information on this page applies specifically to the F-350 Ranger XLT. If your truck is an F-350 Ranger, F-350 Ranger Lariat, F-350 Custom, or another F-350 model, use its dedicated hub below to check the OEM tire sizes and factory fitments documented for your exact model and year.

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