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Tyre Valve Sizes & Dimensions: TR, PVR, V3 & TR57 Series Chart

September 28, 2026 · By Century Auto Parts

Ordering the wrong tyre valve size is the most common purchasing mistake in this category: the rim hole diameter is off by a millimetre, or the effective length is too short to reach past a deep rim drop centre. This page is the tyre valve types chart buyers keep bookmarked - every size from our production range, organised by vehicle type, so you can match a model to the wheel in seconds.

TR414 rubber snap-in tyre valve stems showing 11.5mm rim hole and 38mm length
Rubber snap-in valves - the 11.5 mm rim hole and effective length are the two numbers that decide fit

Passenger car and light truck (rubber snap-in)

The TR series is the global standard for passenger cars. All four share the same snap-in construction and brass 9002# core with VC8 cap; the only differences are rim hole and effective length:

ModelRef. No.Rim holeEffective lengthNotes
TR412V2.03.611.5 mm / .453"22 mm / 0.88"Short valve for shallow rims
TR413V2.03.111.5 mm / .453"32 mm / 1.25"Common on older and compact cars
TR414V2.03.211.5 mm / .453"38 mm / 1.50"The most common passenger car valve
TR415V2.03.315.8 mm / .625"32 mm / 1.25"Larger hole, light truck applications
TR414C—11.5 mm / .453"38 mm / 1.50"Heavy-duty variant rated to 65 PSI

For the single most asked comparison in this range, see our TR413 vs TR414 breakdown, and browse the passenger car valve range.

Motorcycle, scooter and bike valves (PVR series)

Motorcycle and bike tyre valves bend at 45 or 90 degrees to clear the disc and caliper. Choose by rim hole diameter:

ModelValve hole diameterMax pressureBend
PVR408.8 - 9.5 mm65 PSI45° / 90°
PVR509.5 - 10 mm65 PSI45° / 90°
PVR6010 - 10.5 mm65 PSI45° / 90°
PVR7011.5 mm65 PSI45° / 90°

Truck and bus (brass clamp-in)

Commercial vehicle valves are brass clamp-in stems, secured with a nut so they hold up to high pressure and long hauls. Key dimensions:

ModelRef. No.Dimension (mm)MaterialBend
V3-20-4—16 x 90Brass27°
V3-20-6—16 x 115Brass27°
V3-22-1 / 58MS58MS16 x 58Brass45°
TR570V3.21.419 x 84BrassStraight
TR571V3.21.519 x 90BrassStraight
TR572V3.21.619 x 100BrassStraight
TR571CV3.21.1019 x 90Brass90° or 27°
TR572CV3.21.1119 x 100Brass90° or 27°
MS70-7 / 70MS-7—40.5 + 29.5Ni-plated brass7°

See the full truck and bus valve range.

Agricultural and off-road

ModelRef. No.Key dimensionsRim holeNotes
TR618AV5.01.122.5 x 30 mm5/8" (15.9 mm)90 PSI, tubeless tractor valve
TRJ650-02/03V5.04.1—20.5 mmLarge-bore swivel type, core 7002 + cap VC6
TR1175A—22.5 x 24 mm20.5 mm86° bend, off-road and agricultural

Tube vs tubeless - the question behind half of these searches

A large share of sizing questions come down to one thing: does the wheel carry a tube? On a tubeless wheel, the valve itself mounts in the rim hole and seals it - that is the TR / PVR / V3 valve you are choosing above. On a tube-type wheel, the valve is vulcanised into the tube, and the rim only needs a clearance hole for it to pass through. Most modern road wheels are tubeless; some agricultural, motorcycle and trailer wheels still run tubes. If you are unsure, check whether the rim has a machined valve hole with a sealing surface - that means tubeless.

How to order the right valve, every time

  1. Rim hole diameter first - measure the hole, not the old valve.
  2. Effective length second - the valve must clear the rim drop centre and leave room for the pump chuck.
  3. Pressure rating third - passenger valves around 65 PSI; trucks and agricultural vehicles need the brass clamp-in families.
  4. Bend angle fourth - 45° / 90° motorcycle bends, 27° or 90° truck bends.

For a broader explanation of valve types see our tyre valve types guide, browse the full valve range, or contact us with your vehicle list for a matched quotation.

Sources
  • All dimensions, reference numbers and ratings: Century Auto Parts published product specifications (TR, PVR, V3, TR57 and agricultural series)
  • Rim hole sizes follow the industry standard designations used across TR-series catalogues

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a TR414 tyre valve?

The TR414 is a rubber snap-in valve with an 11.5 mm (.453 inch) rim hole and 38 mm (1.50 inch) effective length, reference V2.03.2. It is the most common valve for passenger cars and light trucks.

What is the difference between TR413 and TR414?

Both share the same 11.5 mm rim hole and rubber snap-in construction; the only difference is effective length - TR413 is 32 mm (1.25 inch) and TR414 is 38 mm (1.50 inch). The longer TR414 clears deeper rim drop centres.

What is the difference between snap-in and clamp-in valves?

Snap-in valves are rubber and press into the rim hole, used for passenger cars and light trucks. Clamp-in valves are brass and secured with a nut, used for trucks, buses and high-pressure applications.

What rim hole do truck valves need?

Common truck and bus valves use larger holes than passenger valves: V3-20 series fits a 16 mm hole, TR570-TR572 series fit a 19 mm hole, and agricultural valves such as TR1175A and TRJ650 use 20.5 mm holes.

Tube vs tubeless - which valve do I need?

Tubeless rims take snap-in (rubber) or clamp-in (brass) valves mounted in the rim hole. Tube-type wheels carry the valve on the tube itself, so the rim just needs a clearance hole. Most modern road wheels are tubeless.

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