Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E

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• Trailer Tire Recommendation with Capacity Over 4,425 lbs
  For a tandem axle trailer that weighs 17,700 lbs you'd need an individual tire capacity of 4,425 lbs. The closest tire we have to that in your size of 235/85R16 is going to be the Provider ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire # TTWPRG235R16 which has a capacity of 4,400 lbs which is close but you'd be 100 lbs under capacity with these. Most tires in this size have a much lower capacity so I would not be shocked if the reason your current tires are junk is that you are overloading them. The...
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• Trailer Tire Load Ranges, Speed Ratings and Sizes to Avoid Blowouts
  Special trailer tires in any given size are available in various load ranges as you noted, but they also can have different speed ratings too. Driving a tire faster than its rated speed can lead to failure just like overloading it past its weight capacity can. Both conditions lead to excess heat and that is what typically leads to a tire failure. Since your 18K trailer has 3 axles and 6 tires each tire should be rated for approximately 3000-lbs if you routinely operate the trailer at...
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• Heaviest Load Range Available for Trailer Tire Size 205/75-14
  The highest Load Range we offer for the tire size 205/75-14 that you offered is the Load Range D which has a weight capacity of 2,200 lbs like the part # 724865519. It also has a speed rating of 87 mph as well.
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• Can Trailer Wheels Handle 110 PSI
  The wheels themselves would have no problem handling 110 psi but there is possibility that the valve stems aren't rated for the pressure as that is the typical weakest link. So if you are unsure your best solution is to replace the valve stems with ones that are rated for the pressure like the Americana valve stems part # AM20906 which fit all standard trailer wheels and are also rated for up to 200 psi.
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• Needed Tires for 11500 lb Tandem Axle Travel trailer
  The easiest way to determine this would be to look for the ID plate, which is usually found on the trailer tongue or inside one of the storage cabinet doors. If you can't find that information, we can do a little deductive reasoning and figure out what the minimum size would be. I'll begin by assuming that the 11,500 lb figure you provided is the GVWR or maximum loaded weight of the trailer. For a travel trailer, we'll deduct 10 percent of that for tongue weight and divide the result...
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• Recommended Taskmaster G-Rated Special Trailer Tire in Size ST235/85-16
  I am sorry about your 'white-knuckle' tire blowout on the interstate. I can help you select new tires that can help avoid a repeat of this awful experience. Your tire size ST235/80-16 has an overall diameter of just under 31-inches. The slightly larger size ST235/85-16 will fit on your same rims but in this size you have the options of a Load Range F tire, which offers nearly 500-lbs more capacity (more safety margin) per tire than the E-rated size ST235/80-16, and even a G-rated tire...
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• Quality Replacement 235/85-16 Tire for 3 Horse Trailer
  I'd recommend the Taskmaster Provider ST235/85R-16 tires, part # TTWPRG235R16. The tire is a load range G, with a single tire capacity of 4,080 lbs at 110 psi. The tire carries an L (75mph) speed rating. Many trailer manufacturers turn to Provider for quality OEM tires.
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• Best Trailer Tire Recommendation for Size ST235/85R16
  The best tire for a trailer is going to be based on a few things. You will want to go with a tire that has a weight capacity that is higher than what your trailer would call for when loaded, and has a speed rating that is higher than the speeds you plan to travel. Going with the highest rated tire in the size you need is a great way to ensure that you don't ever have to worry about overloading your tires. In the tire size you mentioned of ST235/85R16 I would highly recommend the #...
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• What is the Difference Between Load Range and Ply Rating for a Trailer Tire
  Any given tire size will have different load ranges available. The higher the load range, the higher the capacity and ply rating is. So an E load range will have a higher capacity and ply rating than a D load range tire of the same size. The ply rating is not the same as the amount of plies on the tire. The physical number of plies will be less than the ply rating. This is because the material and technology used to make the plies and tires has advanced to the point to where the ply...
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• Replacement Trailer Tires in Size 235/85R16 Load Range E
  We do offer a load range E radial trailer tire in the size you need, part # AM10295, which is rated for a maximum load of 3,200 lbs at 95 psi in a dual-tire application. We also offer a load range F-rated tire, part # AM10501 from Kenda. Both tires carry a limited 2-year warranty. If you switch to the higher-rated tire you will likely have lower running temperatures which can help extend tire life.
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• Can ST235/85R16 Tires be Used in Place of LT235/85R16 Tires on a Horse Trailer
  How are the tires wearing? Inside tread, outside tread, center tread? That could indicate other problems. If the trailer is not being towed level that could also be a factor. The air suspension on the truck wouldn't be a factor especially if the trailer is being towed level. An LT tire indicates a light truck tire. ST stands for special trailer. You can use ST tires on your horse trailer. Trailer tire # AM10295 is an ST235/85R16 rated for 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. I have included a link...
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• Is There Reason to Upgrade from Tire Size 235/80-16 to 235/85-16 on Trailer
  The larger size of 235/85-16 will have a bit higher capacities typically and a very slightly larger size than the size you currently have of 235/80-16. If you need to replace all the tires you want to go with the part # AM10295 that you referenced which has a capacity of 3,640 lbs at 95 psi. But if your current size is working well for you there would really be no compelling reason to upgrade. We even have a higher weight rated tire in the smaller size as part # PRG80235 which has a...
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• Goodyear Trailer Tires Recommendation for Grand Design Solitude 310gk
  We've had pretty good luck with the Westlake tires but the Goodyear Endurance Trailer Tire part # 724860519 is a really great option for the tire size ST235/80R16 that you need. It is one of the very few trailer tires made in the USA, has a speed rating of 87 mph, and comes with a 12 month warranty. With four of these tires though you'd be at a tire capacity of 14,560 lbs though. So if you are at the 15k capacity of your trailer it would be best to stay with the Westlake.
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• Comparison Between a 235/80R/16 Trailer Tire and a 235/85R/16 Trailer Tire
  Good news! I can help you identify the difference between the 235/80R/16 and the 235/85R/16 trailer tires. The difference between these two tire and wheel combos is overall diameter. This information is very helpful if you want to know if a particular spare tire cover will fit, or are trying to find out how much clearance you would have when switching to another tire/wheel combo. The second number refers to the sidewall aspect ratio, this will help you find out the height of the...
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• Aluminum Wheel Air Pressure Capacity When Using Higher Rated Tires
  I checked out the aluminum wheels we offer to see if there were large variances concerning tire pressure. For wheels that have a 6 on 5-1/2 bolt pattern, the psi rating was either 80 or 85. For wheels that had an 8 on 6-1/2 bolt pattern the psi rating varied from 80 to 110. I also spoke with our resident tire and wheel expert. They told me that if you use a tire on an aluminum wheel that has a higher psi rating than the wheel, you need to use a heavy-duty valve stem. Even though the...
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• Replacement Trailer Tire for a 10,060 Pound 5th Wheel Trailer with ST225/75R15 Tires
  The general rule is that trailer tires that are 6 years old or older should be replaced regardless of how much tread is left or how well they appear to be. There could be unseen damage caused by dry rot that could lead to tire failure. The tires we carry, especially in the most common sizes, are usually no more than 1 year old. Some of the uncommon sizes might be a little older. The 225/75-15 is a common size. I recommend sticking with that size if that is what the trailer manufacturer...
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• What Is The Construction of the Kenda ST235/85R16 Load Range E Trailer Tire # AM10295
  The tire construction on the Kenda ST235/85R16 Load Range E Trailer Tire, part # AM10295, tread is 5 plies (two polyester/two steel/ one nylon). The sidewall is two ply polyester. Steel in the sidewall is not used in many trailer tire sizes. It is mostly used in the sidewall of tires for heavy duty commercial truck applications that are more susceptible to damage to the sidewall, because of the conditions they will be used in. The 7.50-16 tire size will be labeled as a 7.50-16 LT...
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• Trailer Tire Recommendation in ST235/80R16 Load Range E
  A lot people use the Goodyear tires. We also hear a lot of problems with them but that usually is a result of under inflation which is a problem for any trailer tire. Carlisle makes a good tire too. And Taskmaster, # TTWTRTM2358016E, which we do carry is a solid performer as well. There are some trailer manufacturers that use Taskmaster as their OEM tires. Taskmaster tire # TTWTRTM2358016E is a 235/80-16 load range E tire rated for 3,520 pounds at 80 psi. It also has an M speed rating...
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• Can Existing Trailer Wheels Handle the PSI Rating of a G-Rated Trailer Tire
  You can check the backs of the wheels you have and see what they are rated for in terms of weight and air pressure. We have one G rated tire, size ST235/85-16, # TTWPRG235R16, rated for 110psi. If the wheels you have are not rated high enough then you would have to also replace the wheels. I would need to know if this tire size is appropriate for your trailer and the bolt pattern of the wheels to determine if we have any that will work. Usually the psi rating is limited by the tire valve...
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• Can Tires And Wheels On Fifth Wheel Be Changed From 16 Inch To 17.5 Inch
  When changing tire and wheel sizes, you will need to know if you have room for the additional height of the newer tires. The height and width of the tire/wheel combos may be different. I have attached a link to a helpful article that explains how you can measure a tire you can check out. On a tire like part # AM10295 that is an ST235/85R16 tire load Range E, the overall diameter is 31.7 inches. For a 17.5 inch Load Range H tire like part # TTWA215H-175WM, the overall diameter is 30.2...
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• How to Determine if a Trailer Rim Can Go with a Load Range G Tire From an E Range
  Typically the limiting factor on a trailer rim when it comes to tire pressure is the valve stem used on the wheel. Sometimes you can still find the air pressure rating printed on the rim but usually it's the valve stem that is the factor to consider. For a G rated 235/85R16 the part # TTWPRG235R16 would work well. This tire has a 110 psi rating.
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• Recommendation for 10 Ply Rated Trailer Tire Size ST225/75-15
  I recommend trailer tire # AM10303 which is an ST225/75-15 tires load range E rated for 2,830 pounds at 80 psi. This tire does have a 10 ply rating. I have linked a video review of this tire for you. Trailer tires should always be inflated to the maximum psi indicated on the tire sidewall. Trailer tires have a thicker sidewall compared to passenger vehicle tires so if under inflated the thicker sidewall will generate excessive heat and lead to tire failure. I have included a link to...
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• Value of Changing Trailer Tire to Larger 225/75/16 Size
  A larger tire size on your trailer in and of itself does not offer any advantages unless your existing tires are under-rated for their application, which would be unlikely in a stock tire. The overall diameter of a ST225/75/15 trailer tire is 28.4-inches. The larger size ST225/75/16 would have an overall diameter of 29.2-inches. If your trailer has enough clearance at the fenders for the taller tire you could certainly use it. Your trailer owner's manual is a good place to check on the...
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• How to Pick Out 16 inch Trailer Tires for a Toy Hauler
  The best way to pick out replacement tires for your trailer would be to determine what you current size is by checking out the trailer tire sidewall and then going with the highest Load Range tire we offer in that size. Most likely you have a 235/85R16 and the part # AM10501 would be your best option. This is a radial tire with a Load Range of F. The main difference between a radial ply and a bias ply tire is how the tire is constructed. The cords inside a bias ply tire run at a 32 degree...
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• Valve Stems for Trailer Tires and Wheels Rated for 110 PSI on a 5th Wheel Trailer
  Usually valve stems that are rated for 110 psi will be metal such as # AM20906. The valve stems usually match the tire capacity. The safe bet would be to use new valve stems so you can be sure. It is not a big expense and it will give you piece of mind.
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• Tire and Wheel Combinations Weight Capacity and Tire Pressure the Same as Trailer Tire # AM10295
  The # AM10295 tire was designed for an 8 lug wheel, but will also fit a 6 lug wheel. This will change the weight capacity of the tire and wheel combination to the lowest rated item in the setup, but the recommended tire pressure of the tire will remain the same. What you will want to do is to make sure that the valve stem used in the setup is a metal 100+psi valve stem like # AM20906. The # AM32742, # AM32739, and the # AM32764 tire and wheel combinations will all have the maximum...
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• Are There Benefits To Using a 17 Inch Wheel on a Trailer Over a 16 Inch Wheel
  There is not a really a benefit to increasing from a 16 inch wheel to a 17 inch wheel. If you want to go with a larger wheel on your trailer, you first will want to make sure that there is room to accommodate the larger wheel. Most trailers are not designed to accommodate wheels larger than 16 inches. Additionally, if you go with a 17 inch wheel for your trailer, you may find that tires are more expensive and harder to come by than tires for 16 inch wheels. If you are wanting a...
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• Recommended Brand of Special Trailer Tires for 5th Wheel Trailer Weighing 10,000-lbs
  Since all trailer tires have to adhere to the same DOT standards the key in selecting new tires is to match the size and load range to the trailer weight. It is also important to operate the tires within their speed rating and to keep them fully-inflated to the maximum cold psi pressure noted on the tire sidewall. Overloading a tire or operating it at too high a speed both generate excess heat, and heat is a trailer tire's worst enemy. That said, I do like the Taskmaster tires we offer...
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• Recommendation for Upgrading Tires on Camper for Greater Highway Speeds and Better Capacity
  Good news, we do offer some tires that are rated for highway speeds of up to 81mph. If you exceed the rating for extended periods of time it will lead to excessive heat build up and heat is the number 1 enemy of tires. The highest rated tire in the 235/80R16 size at 81mph is 3,050lbs at 80 psi With a quantity of 2 axles and 4 total tires this brings it to a tire capacity of 14,000lbs # TTWTRTM2358016E. While there is no G rated tire in the 235/80R16 size, the weight rating of a...
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• Tire Choice for 18K-Gross Weight 5th Wheel Toy Hauler that Has Frequent Blowouts
  The most common causes for a tire blowout on a heavy trailer are incorrect inflation (too low or too high), overloading beyond rated capacity, running them at too high a speed or a problem with the trailer suspension or hubs that causes the tires to run out of proper alignment. This can place more stress on a small portion of the tire and lead to failure. If tires on all axles are failing then this last possibility is unlikely. It is always best to use the same trailer tire all around....
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