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When you’re towing long distances or through summer heat, this tire is ready to handle the load. The Karrier ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire is Load Range E with a 10-ply rating and carries up to 3,500 lbs at 90 psi. Its M speed rating (81 mph) and DOT-compliant design make it dependable for steady highway towing without excess heat buildup.
The 5-rib tread design keeps the ride smooth and quiet while supporting even wear across the surface. It combines silica-infused tread and angled sipes that cut water to reduce hydroplaning in wet weather. Whether the pavement is dry or slick, the tire’s radial construction keeps things stable and predictable.
Unlike bias tires, the radial cords in this ST tire run at a 90-degree angle to travel, limiting internal friction as the sidewall flexes. That means less rolling resistance, cooler running temperatures, and a longer tread life on the highway. The result is better steering response and stability at higher speeds.
Things happen on the road, but this tire’s 1-year worry-free guarantee has you covered. If it’s damaged within the first 12 months, it’s replaced at no charge. That kind of backup adds confidence when you hit the highway with a full load behind you.
1. Count the lug holes
Look at the wheel hub or the back of the wheel and count how many lug holes there are(also called bolt holes).
Common configurations include: 4-lug, 5-lug, 6-lug and 8 lug
2a. For even lug counts (4-lug, 6-lug, 8-lug)
Measure from the center of one lug hole directly across to the center of the hole opposite it.
Common configurations: 4 on 4", 6 on 5.5", 8 on 6.5"
2b. For odd lug counts (5-lug)
Measure from the center of one lug hole to the outer edge of the hole directly across (not center-to-center since there's no directly opposite hole).
Common configurations: 5 on 4.5" (most popular), 5 on 5", 5 on 4.75", 5 on 5.5"
Videos are provided as a guide only. Refer to manufacturer installation instructions and specs for complete information.
Hello everybody. This is Jeff at etrailer.com. Today we're gonna take a look at the Kenda Carrier ST 235 80 R16 radial trailer tire in a load range E. Now this is an ST tire, which stands for a special trailer tire. It has a sturdy sidewall so it can handle heavy loads and it is created specifically for trailers. It's not intended for use on other vehicles.
The Kenda Carrier Special Trailer Radial Tire has the double steel belts and the full nylon plies to combine for superior function and long life. The tread on it is a silica-infuse tread, and they do have, if you look at the tread blocks, they'll have openings and cuts in them. Those are sites which will help reduce hydroplaning, also gives you excellent handling off-pavement situations. The ST Tire does meet the DOT Department of Transportation specifications. Now, the wheel size that this tire will fit on would be a 16 by six inch wide, 16 by 6 1/2, and a 16 by seven inch wheel.
Now a trailer tire should always be mounted on the narrowest wheel that's available. The tire size, which will be stamped on the sidewall, ST for special trailer, 235 80 R16. The R means it's a radial tire. Section width on this, 9.2 inches. Overall diameter from the bottom to the top when it's inflated is 30.7.
This tire is a load range E, which means it's a 10 ply rated tire, has a maximum load capacity of 3,500 pounds at 90 PSI, and this tire does come with a speed rating on it and they stamp that on the side wall by a letter designation. And where you'll find that is right after the size we went over. You'll see two numbers for the load index and then the letter M. Speed rating M will mean this has an 81 mile per hour speed rating. That's gonna do it for a look at this Kenda Carrier ST 235 80 R16 radial trailer tire in a load range E.
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I totally understand your concern David, but please be assured that our tires are stored in our climate controlled warehouse and are not exposed to sunlight, which is typically what ages them the most. Depending on the popularity of the tire, the age can vary. If you ever need anything along your journey, we will be here and happy to help!