How Wide of a Rim is Recommended for the Tire Size ST225/75R15

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I just purchased a new trailer. The tire size is ST225/75R15. The wheels are 5 inches in width. Is this enough rim width?

asked by: Ed

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For a wheel that is 5 inches in width and 15 inches in diameter you would want tires that are size ST205/75-15.

For the tire size ST225/75R15 you listed you would want a rim that is from 6-7 inches in width.

I attached a department page that has all of our tires that are that size. I also attached a page on trailer tire sizing that has a chart that show what tire sizes go with the different rim sizes.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Brent

12/11/2025

Would be helpful if the dept. page was available here also.

Jameson C.

12/11/2025

@Brent Here's link attached to this message. It is on the page down below as well.

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Cliff L.

12/15/2025

Is an 8” GM rally wheel too much for a trans eagle 225/75/15 load range f radial ? Will the rim width compromise the integrity and/or functionality of the tire?

Jameson C.

12/15/2025

@CliffL well for one this tire isn't rated for use on a vehicle and its for a narrower wheel. It's hard to say exactly how it would perform though.

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