Why Is My Trailer Only Rated for 45 MPH
Updated 09/25/2018 | Published 09/24/2018
Question:
Im considering buyiing a small utility trailer. The trailer has a capacity of 1060 lbs. Il be hauling less than 500 lbs The vendor recommends 45 mph max. Im assuming its because the tires and not the bearings too. If I replace the tires with high speed tires would I be ok with the bearings or is there such a thing as low speed bearings?
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
I would also assume that your tires are what limits your speed rather than bearings but I would call the manufacturer just to be sure. In most cases, the limiting factor in regards to speed restrictions are the tires not the bearing which is true for most trailers on the road today. I am not aware of a low speed bearing used on trailers.
If you have 4.80/4.00-8 tires on your trailer now then I recommend using the Kenda Loadstar K371 Bias Trailer Tire part # AM10002 which have a 65 mph speed rating and a two year warranty. If these are not the correct size please let me know what is and I would be happy to make additional recommendations for you.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kenda Loadstar K371 Bias Trailer Tire - 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range B
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range B
- 4.80/4.00-8
- 8 Inch
- Kenda
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Q&A: How to Upgrade Trailer with 45 MPH Speed Rating for Highway Speeds
- Q&A: Recommended 5.30R12 Trailer Tire for Highway Use
- Search Results: electric~hydraulic brake actuator brake actuator
- Shop: Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C
- Shop: Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E
- Shop: Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C
- Video: Checking Out the Taskmaster 5.30R12 Radial Trailer Tire
- Shop: Replacement Master Cylinder Assembly for Dexter Model 6 Brake Actuators - Drum
- Shop: Replacement Shock for Dexter Model 6 and 10 Brake Actuators
- Shop: Replacement Shock for Demco Hydraulic Trailer Brake Actuators - Models DA10, DA16, DA20, and DA91
- Q&A: Trailer Surge Coupler Can be Pushed in By Hand and Brakes are Weak
- Q&A: Are Surge Actuator Shocks Normally Hard to Push In and Pull Out
- Q&A: How to Release the Brakes on a Trailer Once the Break Away Switch Is Activated
- Shop: Demco Hydraulic Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout - Disc - Zinc - 2" Ball - 7,000 lbs
- Q&A: Speed Rating of Load Star 5.30-12 Load Range C Tires
- Video: Review of Dexter Replacement Master Cylinder Cap - T1755600
- Video: Demco Master Cylinder Adapter for Power Bleeder Feature Review
- Video: Master Cylinder for Titan Model 10 and 20 Actuators Review
- Video: Titan Brake Actuator T4067700183 Review
- Video: Complete Breakdown of the Titan Zinc-Plated Brake Actuator w/ Electric Lockout
- Search Results: 530r12
- Q&A: Which is Better for Highway Use 4.80-12 or 5.30-12 Trailer TIres
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Article: How to Measure a Trailer Axle
- Article: Replacing the Bearing, Races and Seals on a Trailer Hub
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Article: How to Determine Tire/Wheel Diameter
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
on Trailer Tires and Wheels
