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Karrier ST225/75R15 KR53 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
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Karrier ST225/75R15 KR53 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
Part Number: KE45TJ
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Kenda Trailer Tires and Wheels - KE45TJ
- 15 Inch
- Tire Only
- 225/75-15
- Load Range D
- Radial Tire
- Kenda
You load up before sunrise, knowing the miles ahead will test everything. The drive stays steady, the trailer tracks true, and you spend less time worrying about the road and more time focused on getting the job done right.
Highlights
- Heavy Load Capacity: Supports up to 2,540 lbs for demanding hauls.
- Optimized Tread Design: Promotes even wear across varying loads.
- Enhanced Sidewall Compound: Helps resist ozone and extend tire life.
- Radial Construction: Reduces heat buildup for consistent performance.
- Stable Road Grip: Designed for dependable tracking on highways.
- Wide Footprint Contact: Improves traction in wet and dry conditions.
Features to know about
Hauling Heavier Loads Without Second Guessing: Load Range D with 2,540 lb Capacity
When your trailer is loaded for the job, you need confidence in what is under it. This tire is rated for up to 2,540 lbs in single applications with a Load Range D and 8-ply rating, giving you the support needed for larger utility trailers, campers, and equipment hauls.
Long Drives Without Heat Buildup: Radial Construction for Cooler Operation
Highway miles can wear a tire down fast if heat builds up. The radial construction helps the tire run cooler over long distances, which supports more consistent performance when you are covering serious ground.
Even Wear Across Changing Loads: Optimized Tread Design
If your trailer weight changes from trip to trip, uneven wear becomes a problem. The tread is designed to stay consistent across different load conditions, helping the tire wear more evenly over time.
Holding Up in Storage Between Trips: Ozone-Resistant Sidewall Compound
Trailers often sit longer than they roll. The enhanced sidewall compound helps resist ozone damage, which can lead to cracking, so your tires are in better shape when it is time to head out again.
Keeping Your Trailer Tracking Straight: Stable Highway Grip
Sway and wandering can make towing stressful. This tire is designed to maintain solid road contact, helping your trailer track more predictably behind you at highway speeds.
Better Contact When Roads Get Slick: Wide Footprint for Wet and Dry Traction
Rain or dry pavement, you still need control. The wide footprint puts more rubber on the road, which helps improve traction and stability in a variety of driving conditions.
Specs
Tire Size and Construction:
- Tire Size: ST225/75R15
- Tire Type: Radial
Load and Pressure Ratings:
- Load Range: D
- Ply Rating: 8
- Maximum Load (Single): 2,540 lbs
- Maximum PSI: 65
Dimensions:
- Overall Diameter: 28.4"
- Section Width: 8.9"
Wheel Fitment:
- Recommended Rim Size: 15" x 6"
Warranty:
Warranty: 1 year
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Video of Karrier ST225/75R15 KR53 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Video Transcript for Review of Kenda Trailer Tires and Wheels - Karrier ST225/75R15 KR53 Radial - KE45TJ
Hi everybody, Andy here with etrailer. Let's take a quick look at this Karrier ST225/75R15 KR53 Radial trailer tire. This tire is built for heavy duty trailers. And it's a solid choice. If you're hauling serious weight, this can handle up to 2,540 pounds, which is gonna give you a good safety margin for demanding loads. And what's nice is that it is designed to wear evenly even when your load changes, so you're not gonna be burning through tires unevenly.
The sidewalls are reinforced with a compound that's gonna help resist cracking from sun exposure, which means they're gonna last longer over time. As I mentioned at the beginning of our time together. And as we have stamped here on our tire, this is an ST225/75R15, and it's a load range d tire, meaning it has an eight ply tire rating. And the maximum PSI is 65 PSI. And this is designed to fit wheels that are 15 by six inches.
So this is a radial tire. It's gonna run cooler on the road and perform more consistently, especially on longer highway trips. You're gonna get a stable, predictable grip. Nothing sketchy when you're at towing speed. The tread has a wide contact area, so it's gonna grip well in both wet and dry conditions, giving you better traction and control.
Now we also carry wheels, if you're looking for wheels as well, that's gonna fit this tire. But if you're also looking help for installation on this product page, typically underneath the photo section, we have a link that will take you to our installer locator. Click that link, answer the questions that it has for you, and that locator will find an installer in your area that etrailer has partnered with to do the install for you. Well again, my name is Andy. Thank you for joining me.
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Ratings & Reviews
4.8
2522 reviews
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Mike
09/16/2026
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Philip
07/21/2026
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Jens
10/09/2026
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Jeremy
09/10/2026
Fantastic experience all around! I placed the order about 7 AM, it was in UPS's hands about an hour later! The tires were delivered the very next day. All four had the same date code, about 13 months old, which suits me just fine. Walmart got them mounted up and balanced for me, I put them on the trailer, and they are just perfect. Of course I can't speak yet to their longevity, but I hear great things about the warranty, if needed. Etrailer is a fantastic company, I'll definitely be back!
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Terry
10/05/2026
Delivery was faster than expected. Had them mounted at my local tire shop. My only question is when asked to have them balanced the technician said that trailer tires are not required to be balanced, is this true. My other trailer tires purchased from trailer 7 years ago were balanced.
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David
04/22/2025
These are great tires. I have pulled this trailer over 200,000 miles. Hence, I’ve gone through a few sets of tires. These tires are wearing extremely well and the trailer tracks nicely.
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Jeffrey
08/31/2026
Decent trailer tire for the money.Do not have enough miles on them to fully rate.Switched from Goodyear tires which are definitely better,but almost twice as expensive.Will see if the difference is worth it.
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Gary
08/15/2026
Placed order on Monday Aug 10, at 4:30 PM. Order arrived on August 13 at noon. Fast free shipping. Thank you. Having mounting and balance today. Triple axle trailer carrying 35' boat with GVW at 20K lb (3,333 lb per wheel). Hot southwest desert climate near Lake Powell. Got these for the extreme conditions. Will send followup review after I have towed the 235 miles to Page.
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Toan
09/27/2025
êtrailer is where I get my trailer tires. My old
Tires are still in very good shape but they’re over 10 years old. You can see in picture. etrailer workers are very professional and pleasant to ask questions what you needs.
Tires are still in very good shape but they’re over 10 years old. You can see in picture. etrailer workers are very professional and pleasant to ask questions what you needs.
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Pete
07/31/2026
Replacement for tires that aged out (>5 years old). Put on a quality rim from etrailer many times. I balance and use new valves each replacement. They are poor as they all needed too much weights to balanced them out - even the tech said wow and checked his machine was ok! I don’t believe there speed rating being that out of wack. I will probably replace sooner and will need to check wear. Do not recommend.
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Nancy
09/15/2026
I was so excited to get these tires! We found an older Aliner trailer and it needed new tires. I just didn't want to get the generals and was pleased with the quality and price of these. Thanks for giving us a choice etrailer!!
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Everett
05/20/2025
Best trailer tires I’ve owned. Great in all weather and I pull my trailer year round. These tires shed water like a duck and go good on the rougher terrain as well.
Gwendolyn Y.
5/21/2025
I love the way you explained how the tires take on wet roads. Also, I wanted to ask if those were kennels on your trailer.
Gwendolyn Y.
5/21/2025
@Everett Oh! Thats pretty cool! Are there any competitions coming up that you will be traveling to?
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Daniel
09/16/2026
Never received the correct tires that I ordered and never received the tires at no charge that daylon and I discussed
I'll, I ever get is call-us if you have a problem on a direct line, but I never get through to anybody or a response from emails.
I'll, I ever get is call-us if you have a problem on a direct line, but I never get through to anybody or a response from emails.
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T56D
04/26/2026
Installed these awesome tires as an upgrade last week. Mounted and road force balanced them, adding metal valve stems to screw on my aftermarket TPMS sensors.
The tires were only 5 months old (build date 4825). I replaced the OEM ST175/80R13 tires with these ST185/80R13. They have less rolling resistance you can easily feel when accelerating from a stop or cruising. Gas mileage went up 1 MPG on my 260 mile trip this weekend in the rolling hills of Mississippi. These tires run cooler too, only gaining 6 PSI instead of 10 PSI like the OEM tires. The camper rides better too. Even my wife noticed it pulls easier and rides better. I also noticed I could turn up my brake controller to 4.25 instead of 4 without locking up the tires now.
Wow! What's not to love about these Kenda Karrier ST185/80R13 tires. Thanks E-trailer.com :o)
The tires were only 5 months old (build date 4825). I replaced the OEM ST175/80R13 tires with these ST185/80R13. They have less rolling resistance you can easily feel when accelerating from a stop or cruising. Gas mileage went up 1 MPG on my 260 mile trip this weekend in the rolling hills of Mississippi. These tires run cooler too, only gaining 6 PSI instead of 10 PSI like the OEM tires. The camper rides better too. Even my wife noticed it pulls easier and rides better. I also noticed I could turn up my brake controller to 4.25 instead of 4 without locking up the tires now.
Wow! What's not to love about these Kenda Karrier ST185/80R13 tires. Thanks E-trailer.com :o)
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Kevin
07/29/2026
Joy T Nailed It!
I was shopping for a replacement Trailer Tire but was not sure/confident of buying the exact one. Joy T took the time to review all my specs., identify the correct Tire and expedited the purchase.
I received the tire the next day after ordering it after 3:00pm CST.
Amazing.
This morning I went to etrailer.com again to buy a few more things as I am confident they will again, exceed my expectations.
I was shopping for a replacement Trailer Tire but was not sure/confident of buying the exact one. Joy T took the time to review all my specs., identify the correct Tire and expedited the purchase.
I received the tire the next day after ordering it after 3:00pm CST.
Amazing.
This morning I went to etrailer.com again to buy a few more things as I am confident they will again, exceed my expectations.
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Erwin
05/14/2025
Well they are a lot younger then the last two that I purchased. About five months old. Hopefully they will last. Shipping is excellent.
Erwin
5/15/2026
Oh my, they are still holding air. So far this year they made it to Orlando and Racine, about 4200 miles. Going through Illinois. I thought for sure Id have to air down due to road conditions. But they did fine.
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Rick
07/06/2026
I am totally impressed with eTrailer. I both chatted and texted with customer service and both were great. I finally order my tire and rim. I am amazed that it was delivered in under a week for free!!!
I would definitely shop eTrailer again.
I would definitely shop eTrailer again.
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Scuba Knight
09/13/2026
They look good, just got them on the rims now need to put them on the trailer. Date on tire is November 2025.
Will see how they hold up over time, should be fine.
Will see how they hold up over time, should be fine.
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Paul
11/10/2024
I have used the load range E tire of this make and model on my 10,000 GVW equipment trailer. Another cheaper brand had various problems, including sidewall bubbles, tread separation, and rapid wear. In contrast, I have had no issues at all with the Kendra Karrier tires. I expect these load range D tires will perform equally well on my 31 ft Airstream trailer, which has a much lighter GVW and specifies only load range C. The Airstream had been sitting unused for at least 15 years. The tires had few miles use, but sat uninflated and partially squashed for at least a decade. I inflated the old tires, but by the time I finished with the 4th tire, the first one had lost half its pressure. The others leaked, too, so I could see that new tires were needed just to move the trailer to my place. I did some research on line, but again ended up choosing this tire because of my experience with the brand and model. The price is quite reasonable considering the durability. (Those cheap tires actually cost me a lot in lost time, not to mention the risk of having a flat with my expensive equipment loaded.) The tires came exactly 1/2 hour late, but on the day originally planned. I took the wheels to my local shop, where they disposed of the old tires and mounted the new ones, with new valves, for $20 per tire. Obviously, I would buy this brand again.
Paul
11/30/2025
The trailer is parked, undergoing renovation. So no miles have been put on the tires.
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Walter
09/13/2026
Great customer service and the tires arrived earlier than promised
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Scott
05/19/2026
I purchased a set of 4 of these tires about two years ago. One of the tires developed a weird flat spot about 5 inches round and off to one side. Not sure what happened. I called E-Trailer and spoke to Breanna. Come to find out there is a 5 year warranty on these. She expedited the warranty and sent out a replacement the same day, it arrived two days latter and I got back on the road. I found this very acceptable and I am grateful for the wonderful customer service. I will send the old tire back for review.
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David
4/26/2026
One year later and the tires still look nearly new. I’ve hit a number of deep pot holes at 45 mph+ and no visible damage to the tires. The trailer still tracks the same as the first day they were installed. I will be buying these tires for my 25 foot travel trailer when the old ones were out.