Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels

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CAN YOU GIVE ME LUG NUT TORQUE FOR MY DEXTER 16,000 LB AIR BRAKE AXLES? THE NUTS ARE 1-5/16 IT LOOKS LIKE THEY HAVE A BUILT IN ROUNDED WASHER? I HAVE A PICTURE OF THE AXLE END AND THE LUG NUT IF THAT WOULD HELP.

asked by: PETE P

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Anthony P.

9/5/2024

Hello Jameson, May I ask where you found this lug nut torque spec table? I like the table, just need the source for my company. Thank you, Anthony

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Jameson C.

9/5/2024

@AnthonyP This specific chart we found online over a decade ago so I am not sure I could find the primary source at this point.

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Darcy

10/11/2024

1-5/16”(33mm) Nut on M22 x 1.5 wheel studs should be torqued to 450-500 ft./lb.

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Jameson C.

10/11/2024

@Darcy Thanks!

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Liz

4/14/2025

My TRRV trailer has 13" wheel size,I cannot find them on yoru chart

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Jameson C.

4/14/2025

@Liz 75-85 ft lb would what you'd need need.

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Answer 1

I apologize for any confusion on what the proper torque specs are for 1/2 inch lug nuts on trailer wheels. I attached a picture of a chart to the right that details what the proper torque specs are for a trailer wheels lugs based on lug size, wheel…

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Answer 2

90-120 ft lbs of torque is probably about right for your trailer rims. If you check out the lug nut torque chart that I attached you will see that nearly all of the torque specs are that and higher.

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Answer 3

The correct torque for installing lug nuts on your 5 X 8 trailer's 5-lug wheels will depend on the size of the lugs. For a 1/2-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 75- to 85-ft-lbs. For a 9/16-inch lug the torque spec ranges from 135- to…

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Answer 4

I have attached a chart you can check out that describes the torque needed per wheel size, wheel stud size and material. For an 8-inch wheel with a 1/2-inch wheel stud the torque is 75 to 86 ft-lbs. For a 15 inch steel wheel with 1/2 inch wheel studs…

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Answer 5

The torque for the Dexter Trailer Hub and Drum Assembly - 6,000-lb and 7,000-lb Axles - 12" - 5 Spoke Utility #8-174-5UC3 is not specified by the manufacturer. For 9/16 inch studs, the typical lug nut torque will be 120-140 ft lbs based on most…

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Answer 6

The recommended lug nut torque for your 7,000lb axle depends on a few factors like wheel size, stud size etc. Check out the attached photo which shows the torque specs for a variety of applications. I see you were looking at the Dexter Nev-R-Adjust…

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Answer 7

A 13 inch trailer wheel is likely going to use 1/2 inch lug nuts. The torque spec is the same for a 13 inch wheel whether it is steel or an alloy wheel; 75 to 85 foot pounds. I have included a picture with a handy chart with torque values for you as…

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Answer 8

Hi Roger; the tires I see in your last order are the Contender ST205/75R15. It looks like the wheel and tire you ordered was discontinued but I can tell you that the max psi for that tire was also 50 psi. It sounds like you have different tires now…

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Answer 9

Wheel torque specs vary based on stud diameter, wheel diameter and wheel material. The linked chart shows you commonly recommended torque specs for a range of studs and wheels. For 1/2-inch wheel studs and a 14-inch steel trailer wheel you will use a…

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Answer 10

I have attached a chart for you to take a look at that includes the lug nut torque specifications. If your wheel uses 1/2 inch lug nuts or wheel bolts like the 12 Inch Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel #AM20124 referenced in your question, you will torque…

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Answer 11

Good question, Corey. Since the Americana 14" Aluminum AM03 Series Black Wheel #AM48NR is designed for use on 1/2-20 lugs, you will want to torque the lug nuts to between 75 to 85 ft-lb. I included an image showing all the torque values we have…

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Answer 12

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