Can I Fit Tires With a Higher Load Capacity On My 2019 Forest River Wolf Pup 16BHS Travel Trailer?
Published 01/14/2022
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
Own a 2019 Wolf Pup 16BHS, Lippert frame and axle. Castle Rock tires ST226 ST205/75R14, 8 load range, D105/101L, max load single axle 2040 lbs at 65 psi, 5 on 4.5 hole pattern, Rim is 14 X 5.5. Had a blow out, Castle Rock was nice enough to replace tire. My Wolf Pup weighs about 3,800 lbs, is at the high end of its GVWR of 3877 lbs. Am thinking of putting on a slightly larger rim and tire with higher weight ratings. Any suggestions?
asked by: Steven E
Expert Reply:
I recommend looking at the ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # TTWTRTM2157514D. This tire is going to be 1/2" wider and 1/2" taller and will mount on your current wheels. You will need to verify on your 2019 Forest River Wolf Pup 16BHS has the roof for the slightly larger tires. The tire carries a slightly higher maximum load rating at 2,200lbs per tire giving you 4,400lbs total weight capacity. This is going to be 900lbs over the 3,500lbs axle rating on your Wolf Pup. If you were to go much higher you may create a harsher ride and have tire clearance issues. This way you also will not have to get new wheels.
If you do not have the additional clearance I do feel that the ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # AM10235 is a superior tire to the Castle Rock.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Provider ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 215/75-14
- 14 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Taskmaster
more information >
Continue Researching
- Shop: Goodyear Endurance ST205/75R14 Radial Tire w/ 14" Liger Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D
- Search Results: self leveling sealant
- Search Results: trailer hitch ball mount
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Search Results: tow receiver
- Q&A: Availability Of Goodyear ST205/75R14 Tire Without Rim
- Search Results: 205 75 15 trailer tire
- Search Results: 205 75 15 load range d
- Search Results: connectors and fittings rv fresh water
- Shop: Reese Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball - 2" Hitch - 2" Drop - 7,500 lbs
- Shop: Reese Ball Mount w/ Pre-Torqued 2" Ball - 2" Hitch - 4" Drop - 7,500 lbs
- Shop: Alpha Systems 1021 Self-Leveling Sealant for RVs - White - 10.3 oz - Qty 1
- Shop: LaSalle Bristol XTRM Universal Self-Leveling Sealant - White - 10.1 oz - Qty 1
- Shop: Alpha Systems 1021 Self-Leveling Sealant for RVs - Gray - 10.3 oz - Qty 1
- Q&A: Can a Trailer with 14 Inch Tires and Wheels Be Upgraded to 15 Inch Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Q&A: What Are Pros and Cons of Going to Larger Trailer Tire Size? 205/75-15 to 225/75-15
- Shop: Goodyear Endurance ST205/75R15 Radial Tire w/ 15" Silver Modular Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D
- Q&A: Upgraded Tires With Higher Load Range for 2019 Forest River Wolf Pup
- Q&A: Recommended Replacement Tire for Coleman Lantern LT 17B with 215/75r14 Load Range D
- Q&A: What is the Correct Cold Tire Pressure for a ST215/75R14 Trailer Tire
- Q&A: What Is The Difference Between Kenda AM10234 And KE88KV Tires?
- Article: 5 Reasons to Convert Your RV Lights to LEDs Today
- Article: 4-Step Guide to Installing RV Solar Power
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Article: How to Choose a Trailer Hitch Coupler
- Article: Parts Needed to Add Electric Drum Brakes to a Trailer