How to Pick Out 16 inch Trailer Tires for a Toy Hauler

Updated 05/27/2015 | Published 05/25/2015

Products Featured in This Question

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

(2323)

$198.97

Karrier KR18 ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range F

(2323)

$205.44

Question:

2010 KZ Inferno toy hauler best tire replacement for cross country trips G.V.W 19,000lb trailer tri axle. 16inch wheel. Thank you

asked by: Chip B

Expert Reply:

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 angle to the direction of travel, and the cords on a radial tire run at a 90 degree angle to the direction of travel, or across the tire from wheel lip to wheel lip.

A radial tire flexes more than a bias tire, giving it better ground contact, traction, stability, and tread wear.

A radial tire will normally run cooler than a bias ply tire, especially when the tire is under a load. A tire that runs cooler will last longer.

expert reply by: Jameson C