Can a Radial Tire by Used in Place of a Bias Trailer Tire, Size 175/80-13

Updated 03/14/2011 | Published 03/11/2011

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Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

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Karrier KR03 ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D

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Question:

My boat trailer tire size is 175/80D13 ST, load range D in a bias tire. Can I use a ST 175/80R13, load range D in a radial tire.

asked by: Roger

Expert Reply:

Yes, as long as the tires are the same size and you do not have to change the wheel you can use a radial or bias ply trailer tire in size 175/80-13. We currently carry 1 tire by itself that is a radial 175/80-13. It is # AM10210. It has a capacity of 1,610 pounds at 65 psi and will fit 13 by 4-1/2 inch rims or 15 by 5 inch rims. I recommend that you change out all of the tires at the same time. Radial tires tend to track better than bias tires.

expert reply by: Michael H