Difference Between Galvanized and Aluminum Wheel

Updated 11/03/2017 | Published 11/02/2017

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Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

(7922)

$160.51

Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire - Load Range D

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$117.30

Question:

What is the weight difference between a Loadstar 185r80-13“ on a galvanized wheel and the same tire mounted on the aluminum wheel?

asked by: Keith M

Expert Reply:

We have Loadstar 185/80-13 bias tires and wheels, and they are essentially the same weight; the difference is that the galvanized wheel # AM3S334 is steel with an 8-spoke design and is made to resist corrosion. Galvanized wheels are often the type of wheel that people with a boat trailer might use.

The Aluminum Hi-Spec Series S5 Trailer Wheel has a split spoke pattern # AM22323HWT and is clear coated on both sides. This would need to be mounted with the Loadstar ST185/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire # AM1ST79 upon arrival since they are not sold together and pre-mounted.

Each of these setups has a load range D with a wheel capacity of 1,660 lbs and speed rating of 81 mph. I've left video reviews of each tire and wheel for you to take a look at.

expert reply by: Kyle S