Trailer Tires for 10,000 Pound Dump Trailer

Updated 05/14/2015 | Published 05/13/2015

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Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" White Wheel - 5 on 5 - Load Range C

(1556)

$187.97

Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E

(2234)

$169.35

Question:

I have the st 225 75 d 15 tires on my dump trailor...had blowouts with heavy loads...my dump trailor has 10,000 gvw rating...whats my best option in terms of upgrade

asked by: Chris

Expert Reply:

You may be able to still use a 225/75-15 tire but use a higher load range. The highest we have in that size is a load range E rated for 2,830 pounds at 80 psi, # AM10303. Four of these on a tandem axle trailer would have a capacity of 11,320 pounds combined.

It is essential that the trailer tires always be inflated to the maximum psi rating indicated on the tire. This is because trailer tires are built with a thicker sidewall to handle more vertical load compared to passenger vehicle tires. if under inflated that thicker sidewall will generate excessive heat and cause the tire to fail.

expert reply by: Michael H