Speed Rating of 8 Inch Trailer Tires

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I need a high speed 8 inch trailer tire Any suggestions

asked by: Garry B

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Expert Reply:

We have several different tire sizes that fit on 8 inch wheels but they all have the same 65 MPH speed rating. They're all bias Kenda tires and I've linked video reviews of each of them for you.

# AM10002 is 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range B
# AM10004 is 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range C
# AM40537 is 18x8.50-8 - Load Range B
# AM10010 is 5.70-8 - Load Range B
# AM10012 is 5.70-8 - Load Range C
# AM1HP22 is 165/65-8 - Load Range C
# AM1HP28 is 215/60-8 - Load Range D

expert reply by: Charles S

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Answer 1

Hi Hector; to get that higher speed rating you will need to move up to a 12" tire. The only potential issue is the loss of clearance when compared to your current tires. If you have a 4 on 4 bolt pattern you can use the #AM35351DX and for 5 on…

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Answer 2

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 3

It sounds like you meant that your current tire is 4.80/4.00-8. With this tire size you have indicated you have a 4 on 4 bolt pattern. The right tire for your trailer is one that fits the 3-3/4 inch rim width. In the 4.80/4.00-8 size the Kenda Load…

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Answer 4

The Kenda K371 Bias Trailer Tire - 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range C #AM10004 does indeed have a speed rating; it is 65 mph.

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Answer 5

For that size tire, 4.80 X 8, I recommend the Kenda tire, #AM10004. This tire has the Load C rating and fits the 8 inch x 3-3/4 inch rim. Using the heavier load range could extend the life of this tire. The Kenda tire is a bias tire that tend to run…

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Answer 6

The only downsides to going with a higher rated trailer tire than needed is that you most likely will pay more for it and you'll have to inflate them to a higher psi which is slightly more effort but not a huge deal. I do not know what tire size…

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Answer 7

The 5.30-12 tires, being wider, are going to make more contact with the road. This means that the noise, and heat build up will be higher than a 4.80-12 tire but the rolling resistance will actually be less because the tire is larger diameter. The…

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Answer 8

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 10

The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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Answer 11

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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Answer 12

Even though I cannot comment specifically on the grease you used because I am not familiar with it, I can tell you the best grease for trailer bearings is a a grease with a rating of GC-LB, which just means it is made to withstand very high…

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