Can 8 inch Trailer Tires Handle Highway Speeds
Published 06/07/2019
Question:
I have a wheelchair carrier Bruno Chariot that has 4.80X8 tires. These things have to really be spinning extremely fast at 60-65 MPH. I have to make a pretty long trip. Should I be very concerned about tires and/or bearings? I do not have the option of increasing wheel/tire diameter.
asked by: John S
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Expert Reply:
Check the sidewall of the tires on the trailer and you should find a speed rating. For this size 4.80-8 like the part # AM10002 the common speed rating is 65 mph which as long as you kept the speed under that you'd be fine.
expert reply by:
Jameson C
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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
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