Can 4.80-12 Tire of Trailer be Replaced with 5.30-12
Question:
I have a 480-12 Tires on my boat trailer. Can I use a 530-12 for a spaire.
asked by: Mark
Expert Reply:
The two tire sizes you referenced, 4.80-12 and 5.30-12, both fit 4-inch wide rims, but they differ in their overall diameter. A 4.80-12 tire/wheel when fully inflated will have a diameter of 20-1/2-inches while the 5.30-12 size will be just under 22-inches in overall diameter. As long as the additional height is not a problem it would be a great choice if you wanted to swap to the bigger size.
The part # TT53012C would then be a great choice as a replacement. This has a 1,050-lb max load at 80 psi and a speed rating of 81 mph.
You really want to have your spare and trailer tires the same size.

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Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range C
- 5.30-12
- 12 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Taskmaster
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