Trailer Tire Size 215/60-8 vs 205/65-10 on a 2 Place Snowmobile Trailer

Published 03/08/2019

Question:

215/60-8 vs 205/65-10. What is the better choice for 2 place snowmobile trailer? I currently have a 2004 SnoPro 2 place enclosed snowmobile trailer. I am looking to replace the wheels/tires that are currently on it. Original equipment is the 215/60 - 8 size tires. I was think about changing that to 205/65-10. Bolt pattern is 5 x 4.5. Are there any advantages going to a slightly larger diameter tire? Or are there any disadvantages? Clearance should not be an issue.

asked by: Kyle

Helpful Expert Reply:

If clearance at the wheel wells and the additional inch of height at the coupler and floor is not an issue then larger tires are a good option. Larger tires create less friction as you travel because the number of rotations to go the same distance decreases. A 205/65-10 tire has a diameter of 20.6 inches and width of 8.3 inches. The original 215/60-8 tires have a diameter of 18.2 inches and a width of 8.5 inches.

Since you have the clearance, I do recommend upgrading the tire size using the Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D # AM3H430. I've attached a video of this to assist. The tire comes with a 2 year warranty and the wheel comes with a 1 year warranty. They come balanced and ready to install.

expert reply by: Jason S