Max Highway Speed Rating for 4.80-12 Tires

Published 12/07/2018

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Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range B

(7892)

$99.69

Steel Spoke Trailer Wheel - 12" x 4" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Galvanized Finish

(792)

$52.43

Americana High Pressure Rubber Snap-In Valve Stem - 1-1/2" Long - Up to 80 psi

(292)

$7.49

Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C

(308)

$91.56

Question:

Whats the maximum rated highway speed for these tires

asked by: Richard B

Expert Reply:

The Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range B # AM30590 have a max speed of 65 mph. When trailer tires are not speed rated with a letter, the default is 65 mph max. I've attached an article to assist.

If you want a speed rating higher, then for that tire size I recommend the Taskmaster 4.80R12 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 12" White Spoke Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C # TA98RR. These are rated for speeds up to 81 mph.

If you want the galvanized wheels, you can get the wheels and tires separately as parts # TT48012C, and then wheels # AM20134. If you go this route, you will also need the valve stem # AM20904.

expert reply by: Jason S