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Westlake ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E
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Westlake ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E

Part Number: LHWL401
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Radial special trailer tire has a10-ply rating and 3,520-lb max load at 80 psi. Constructed of double steel belts and double polyester plies with a nylon overlay. Fits 16" wheels and for highway use. Complimentary roadside assistance included. Great Prices for the best trailer tires and wheels from Westlake. Westlake ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E part number LHWL401 can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Westlake Trailer Tires and Wheels - LHWL401

Highlights

  • Handles Heavy Loads: Rated 3,520 lbs at 80 psi with 10-ply, Load Range E construction for dependable hauling.
  • Stays Cool on Long Trips: Radial design with double steel belts and nylon overlay reduces heat buildup for longer tread life.
  • Smooth, Stable Ride: 75 mph (speed rating L) and radial plies give better highway handling and reduced rolling resistance.
  • Built Tough for Highway Use: Double polyester plies and sturdy sidewalls handle the stress of towing heavy trailers.
  • Easy Maintenance Check: Tread wear indicator (TWI) helps you see remaining tread depth at a glance.
  • Peace of Mind on the Road: Backed by a 5-year warranty plus 2 years of complimentary 24/7 roadside assistance.

Features to know about

Built for Heavy Loads and Long Trips: Load Range E with 3,520-lb Capacity at 80 psi

This tire is made to haul real weight mile after mile. The Westlake ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire delivers a 10-ply rating with a maximum load of 3,520 lbs at 80 psi. Its radial construction uses double steel belts and double polyester plies topped by a nylon overlay to hold up under highway heat and long-distance towing. Rated for up to 75 mph, it meets DOT and FMVSS specs so you can stay on the move with confidence.

Designed for Highway Stability and Cool Running: Radial Ply Construction

Heat and tread wear are the enemies of trailer tires, especially on long hauls. The cords in this radial tire run at a 90-degree angle across the width of the tire, preventing friction between plies when it flexes. That layout reduces rolling resistance and heat buildup while improving tread life and tracking at higher speeds. You get steadier handling and cooler running on hot pavement or extended drives.

Built to Last Under Real-World Conditions: Steel Belts, Polyester Plies, Nylon Overlays

Durability starts inside this tire. Two layers of steel belts stabilize the tread while double polyester plies reinforce the carcass for dependable strength. A protective nylon overlay wraps the belt package to help prevent tread separation, adding another layer of security when fully loaded. The sturdy sidewalls are made specifically for trailers to handle heavy vertical loads without distortion.

Close-up view of Westlake ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire tread showing solid continuous ribs and minimal sipes for highway trailer use

Confidence When You Need It Most: 5-Year Warranty and 2-Year Roadside Assistance

Breakdowns happen, but this tire includes backup you can count on. It comes with a 5-year warranty and complimentary roadside assistance for 2 years through the Lionshead program. If you get a flat anywhere in the United States, Canada, or Puerto Rico, a technician will come change it for you—24 hours a day, every day of the year. That kind of coverage makes long trips a lot less stressful.

Specs

Fit Information

  • Fits: 16" x 6", 16" x 6-1/2", and 16" x 7" rims

Tire Specifications

  • Tire size: ST235/80R16
  • Section width: 9.3"
  • Outer diameter (when inflated): 30.8"
  • Tread depth: 10/32"
  • Maximum speed: 75 mph (speed rating L)

Weight and Capacity

  • Load range: E
  • Ply rating: 10
  • Maximum load: 3,520 lbs at 80 psi

Warranty

  • Warranty: 5-Year warranty
Determining Bolt Pattern

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.

Center to Center
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).

Center to Outside Edge
Common configurations: 5 on 4.5" (most popular), 5 on 5", 5 on 4.75", 5 on 5.5"

WL401 Lionshead West Lake ST235/80R16 Radial ST Tire - LR E

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Radial special trailer tire has a10-ply rating and 3,520-lb max load at 80 psi. Constructed of double steel belts and double polyester plies with a nylon overlay. Fits 16" wheels and for highway use. Complimentary roadside assistance included.

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Katrina D.

6/25/2024

I am sorry that it's taking longer than expected. I see that the tracking number is showing it has arrived later the day you wrote the review. Can you please confirm that you have received it?

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Richard

6/23/2025

Great



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Great tire matches the ones that came with our new travel trailer.



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We have always had good luck with the items we have needed from etrailer



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Etrailor has the tires I needed. The price was fair and they were delivered on time.



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It’s a good well made tire with a good price. It is the same tire that came on my Grand Design 303RLS had to get new tire due screw through sidewall.



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I have this tire on my spare, which I unfortunately needed last week, and looks great! I've purchased 2 more to replace the spare and another tire on my camper that is wearing. I hope they last longer than the initial tires.

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Sean O.

4/5/2020

two of the 3 tires have blown during trips. Changing to a much better tire.



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Just what I needed, along with fast shi pping!



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Thank you for the super fast shipping!



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Great Service, never any problems with shipping. Would highly recommend retailer!



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Thanks for getting my order out and letting me know it had arrived at my home....very happy with the tire you sent me for my camper just what I ordered it got faster than it was supposed to.....we'll be ordering from etrailer again.. highly recommend them......



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They are great tires



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would give 5 stars only had it about a year, so far it has performed as expected time will tell .
Has held up well on my 5th wheel



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As always I found exactly what I need on etrailer quickly and easily. Thank you for a very user-friendly web site. I got what I ordered and it arrived one day ahead of schedule. I can't say much about the tire until I put some miles on it. I think NM Hway 285 south of Carlsbad is what spelled doom for the one I'm replacing so we shall see.



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Shipping was extremely fast, good follow-up customer service, the tires look great and had a great review, I have 6 of these on a 44 ft. Gooseneck, time to get some miles in and see how they do!



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I really don’t have a review on product since I just received it today and have yet to mount, but as far as etrailer goes it was fast shipping. I hope to have better luck with this tire than the west lake tire that blew out on me.



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This is the third time that I bought these tires from E trailer and never had any problems with them. Free shipping and had the tires within a week. Great way to buy tires.



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It took over 40 minutes to get someone to answer phone and take my order
Once the agent answered I could not ask for better service. She was very helpful and knowledgeable. I was traveling and in a very bad situation and could not move my camper until i received my order. She expidited my order as she promised and I was able to get back on the road to home!!
BRAVO etrailer!!!



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Got my tires fast. Great job.



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I am very happy I ordered 235-80-16 E tire received it without any problem don't have it on yet will install it on 5th wheel camper trailer. thank you



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Had a blow out with Westlake E rated tires on my 5th wheel. Replaced all 6 with G rated tire. No problems since Replaced.



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These are the tires that came on the Cimarron gooseneck horse trailer that I ordered from the factory. They perform well and are durable. One of them got a puncture in the tread close to the sidewall and couldn't be plugged so I ordered a new tire to replace it and match the others still on my trailer.



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Last trip out with my fifth wheel, ran over a piece of metal in the road causing tire to go flat, luckily it happened right by entrance to the campground. Was able to air it up enough to get to my site without damaging rim. Put my spare on for my return trip to home but damage to my tire was too close to side wall to repair so I ordered west lake ST235/80R 16 from etrailer which is exactly the match that came on trailer. Tire came on time and perfect match to existing tire. I have had my fiver for 3 1/2 years and the west lakes seem to be holding up fine in regards to the wear. Price from etrailer was lower than any other place I checked and manufacture date stamped on tire was recent so I got a new tire instead of one that had been sitting in a wharehouse for awhile. This is the 2nd tire I have purchased from etrailer and completely satisfied with both purchases. First purchase was same tire with wheel so I had an extra spare for long trips just in case. Would recommend etrailer for prices and expert technical assistance. Happy camping.



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I needed a horse trailer tire replacement after one of my tires was vandalized.
I found e tire and they were so helpful and promptly shipped a matching tire.
Kind, courteous, prompt and knowledgeable.
I couldn’t be happier!



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Replace with new Westlake as I had good luck with them on my camper before



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This tire is OEM for what comes on a Columbus 5th wheel. It is not the cheap Chinese bomb that many RVer's talk about although it is made in China. I ruined my tire on a curb (rookie mistake) and wanted to match the original OEM. My 5th wheel has been in service since 2017 and these tires are doing very well. Arrived two days after I placed my order. etrailer.com to the rescue! I ordered the wheel and tire at the same time and only etrailer.com had what I needed online. Thank you etrailer!!!

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Dennis

3/15/2021

Tire is holding up very well. Would definitely buy again. I am very happy after using product for a year.


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