Can Four 215/60-8 Tires With a Maximum Load of 815 Pounds Each Hold 2,000 Pounds

Updated 11/29/2021 | Published 11/26/2021

Products Featured in This Question

Kenda K371 Bias Trailer Tire - 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range C

(3775)

$30.75

Loadstar K399 Bias Trailer Tire - 215/60-8 - Load Range C

(3775)

$61.46

Question:

have setup of 4 -215/ 60/ 8 load range 815 each mounted. can i put 2000 pounds of a 8x10 shed on trailer?

asked by: Robert C

Expert Reply:

Yes, your 215/60-8 tires will be able to handle the shed on your trailer weighing 2,000 lbs. It sounds like your tires have a maximum capacity of 815 lbs. The load range on your tires should be a letter, but the max load will also be listed along with the correct psi.

For example, the Loadstar K399 Bias Trailer Tire - 215/60-8 # AM1HP26 has a load range of C with a maximum load of 935 lbs at 50 psi. 215/60-8 tires like yours typically have a load range of C (935 lbs at 50 psi) or D (1,165 lbs at 70 psi).

Even at 815 lbs, that is per tire. Since you have 4 tires, they would be capable of handling 3,260 lbs combined which is more than enough for your shed.

I have attached some helpful articles on trailer tires for your reference.

expert reply by: Robin H