How is Wheel Bolt Pattern Determined for Trailers
Updated 03/11/2019 | Published 03/10/2019
Question:
I have a Boat Trailer that has 6.50x13 tires on it. The wheel is a 5 lug mount. So when you mentioned that a wheel is 5 on a 41/2 bolt pattern. What does the 4 1/2 mean to me?
asked by: John T
Expert Reply:
The bolt pattern of a wheel is defined by two numbers: the number of bolt holes and the diameter of the circle (in inches) that they form, measured through the centers of the bolt holes. For example, a 5 on 4-1/2 bolt pattern defines a wheel that has 5 bolt holes spaced out evenly along a circle that has a 4-1/2" diameter.
I attached a picture and a help article that details how to determine bolt pattern.
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Loadstar ST175/80D13 Bias Trailer Tire with 13" White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range B
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