Recommended Trailer Tire for a 4x8 Foot Utility Trailer with a Maximum Weight Rating of 1,180 Pounds

Published 10/30/2014

Products Featured in This Question

Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

(7200)

$121.74

Kenda Loadstar K371 Bias Trailer Tire - 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range B

(3612)

$25.73

Question:

i have a 4x8 utility trailer rated at 1180 pounds. the 8 inch ties i have say they are rated at 595 pounds...... what should i have on this trailer....8 or 12 and what rating..........thanks....i am going to be hauling an 800 pound motorcycle from boston to tampa at the end of november

asked by: Martin B

Helpful Expert Reply:

Your trailer should have a placard or sticker on it that will provide the recommended tire size. If it states 4.80/4.00-8 then I recommend Kenda # AM10002 and its maximum load is 590 pounds at 60 psi.

Based on your 4x8 utility trailer that has a maximum weight rating of 1,180 pounds you will be just fine hauling your 800 pound motorcycle.

Adding bigger tires won't increase the amount of weight you can carry. The overall capacity of this tire-and-wheel assembly is limited to the lowest rated component. Therefore, your utility trailer can hold a maximum of 1,180 pounds.

If you provide me with the year, make and model of your vehicle, I will be more than happy to recommend a trailer hitch. Be sure to check your owners manual for the towing capacity of your vehicle before towing.

I have included a couple links with FAQ and video reviews for you as well.

expert reply by: Chris B