front tire size issue

[bob's toy 32]

 Merry Christmas to you all! My question is the specs call for a 16x5.5-8 tire size..I would like to put the three rib tires on but only see it in a 6 or 6.5 sizes. Any thoughts? I see photos of a lot of nice machines with these types of tires, just need to know what size I should buy. I am very sure my wheels are bone stock. The new paint did turn out nice though. Thanks for the help.

 

[bob's toy 32]

One thing about a moment ago, my old turf tires are 16x6.5-8. Should have seen this before I asked my question. Any thoughts on which ribbed tire I should use?

 

[953 nut 56,334]

Take a look at these;

 

http://www.millertire.com/products/lawn-garden-tires/16x6-50-8/16x6-50-8-firestone-3-rib-front-4-ply/

[Martin 2,133]

 

You could use these.....

 

Deestone D401, I have seen these on the later wider wheel as well, but i think they look just right on the earlier narrow wheels. 

 

Search 'Deestone D401' on eBay they run about $70 a pair (inc. tubes and shipping). Ive had a good experience through eBay seller: k-morrow. 

 

 

[bob's toy 32]

Thank you, I agree, the tires do look great. I was confused by the rim size, not seeing any tires for the narrow rim...then, when I saw the actual size on the old turf tires a light went off in my mind and sure enough, with help from my fellow WH friends, I will now order some tires. Thank you both for your help.  Martin, your tractor looks GREAT. Being raised on the rice farms here in Katy area, I knew I had to have the REAL tractor look. Thanks again for your support.