Mercedes-Benz W123 Spare Tires

The Mercedes-Benz W123 used a 5x112 mm bolt pattern for all models from 1977 to 1986 along with a tire diameter of 24.7" tall. Using a temporary compact spare tire with a diameter close to the standard tire has many benefits, especially for modern vehicle applications.


The tire diameter and the wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for Mercedes-Benz W123 spare tire selections. In this case, a 125/80R17 temporary spare tire is the recommendation for all applications. We've provided a breakdown by vehicle generation and model specifics to help you find the correct Mercedes-Benz W123 spare tire.

1977-1986 Mercedes-Benz W123 Spare Tires

This generation of the Mercedes-Benz W123 began in 1977 and was available through 1986. All the models (240, 280, 300, etc.) for these years use the same spare tire and wheel solution.

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YearMakeModelBolt
Pattern
Tire
Diameters
Recommended
Spare Tire
1985Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1984Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1983Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1982Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1981Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1980Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1979Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1978Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"
1977Mercedes-BenzW123
5x112 mm
24.7"
125/80R17 | 24.9"