Recommended 12 Inch Trailer Tires for 3,000 lb Boat Trailer

Updated 08/12/2020 | Published 08/10/2020

Question:

EZ Loader APS 20 Economy Tires. we keep having blowouts on our pontoon boat trailer 4 in the past 3 weeks, and we are looking to upgrade the rims and tires. We would also like tires that allow for us to drive over 65mph. Thank you

asked by: Brian W

Expert Reply:

It looks like an EZ Loader APS-20E pontoon boat trailer uses ST145/12 tires, and has a GVWR of 3,040 lbs. You will want to verify this but if so we definitely have a tire that will help prevent blowouts, because going through four tires in three weeks is way too much.

The one ST145/12 tire capable of handling the GVWR of your trailer while also being very high-quality is the load range E Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10140.

This is a radial tire, which means it flexes more and runs cooler to help prevent blowouts, and has double steel belts for strength. It even has a 5-year warranty, which speaks to its durability. This tire does have a 65 mph maximum speed, which is the highest speed rating for a ST145/12 tire.

Also, keep in mind you want to inflate your trailer tires to the maximum cold psi, which on this tire is 80, because it will give you the best performance, allowing the tire to wear slower and more evenly. I have added a link to a video review for you to check out as well of the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10140.

expert reply by: Kyle S