What is Lost/Gained by Switching to Trailer Tire Size 4.80-12 Over 6.90-9
Updated 10/10/2017 | Published 10/09/2017
Question:
If fit is not an issue,what do I gain or lose by replacing 6.90-9 tires and wheels with 4.80-12 tires and wheels.These are on a single axle boat trailer hauling a 15 fiberglass boat and outboard motor.
asked by: Gary
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Expert Reply:
If you went with a 4.80-12 in place of a 6.90-9 size tire you'd lose .6 of an inch in overall height and you'd lose at least 300 lbs of weight capacity.
Probably would be better off with sticking to the 9 inch tire size like with part # AM10040.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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Kenda Loadstar K364 Trailer Tire - 6.90/6.00-9 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range C
- 6.90/6.00-9
- 9 Inch
- Kenda
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