What Tire Pressure To Use In The Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire On A Pop Up Camper Of 1,200 Lbs.

Updated 06/17/2010 | Published 06/15/2010

Question:

I have just ordered the tires stated above. I know it says 80 psi with a max load of 1,045. My pop camper has a total weight of 1200 pounds. What is the best and safest PSI for these tire to be set? 50 psi?

asked by: Nick B

Expert Reply:

You should use the tire pressure that is recommended by the manufacturer of the camper. If they do not have a recommended tire pressure then I would recommend to use the maximum psi that is listed on the Kenda 5.30-12 Bias Trailer Tire, # AM30780, which is 80 psi.

Trailer tires are designed differently than passenger car tires and truck tires. Trailer tires are made to be able to carry a heavy load at all times, so you will want the maximum pressure in the tire.

On passenger and truck tires it is the opposite, you do not want the maximum tire pressure that is listed on the tire. A passenger and truck tire has to be designed for many other features than just load capacity, like higher speeds, longer wear and ride comfort, so on passenger cars and trucks you will want to use the tire pressure that the vehicle manufacturer recommends.

I have included a link to our tire FAQ article for you to view.

expert reply by: Jeff D