Recommended 15-Inch Radial Trailer Tire With Higher Speed Rating

Updated 01/30/2017 | Published 01/28/2017

Question:

HIGH SPEED RATED TIRES FOR A TRAVEL TRALERS: 3,000~4,000 LBS. SPEED RATING ABOVE UNMARKED ST TIREs. LIKE 24~15inch WITH : L. M. N. RATED TIRES? WHEEL, SHOCKS AND BRAKES TOO IF NECESSARY FOR : Sustained towing speeds of more than 62~65 MPH Interested in speed between. 70~75 mph with a safety margin?

asked by: B. W

Expert Reply:

When looking for a trailer tire that has a higher speed rating you will want a tire with a speed rating of M. This is an 81-mph rated tire.

For a 15-inch tire I recommend the Provider ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire, part # TR225LRE. This is a Load Range E 10-ply radial tire that has a capacity of 2,830-lbs at 80 psi. This tire will fit 15" x 6", 15" x 6-1/2", and 15" x 7" wheels.

As far as the other components you mentioned you may need for your trailer, I will need to know what kind of system you currently have and would also need to know the capacity of the system you have installed. For brakes, we would need to know the axle capacity and type of brakes you want to use. I have attached a couple helpful articles that explains what is needed when replacing or adding brakes to a trailer.

expert reply by: Jeffrey L