Recommended Higher Load Capacity for Kenda K550 Trailer Tires

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Here is the info from the sidewall of my present tires. 8 P.R. Max load 1155kg (2540) lbs load range D ST 225/75 D 15 (H78-15) If there isn’t a 15” tire with a greater load capacity do you have 16” rims that will fit my present bolt pattern and then 16” tires with a greater load capacity? My present tires and rims were purchased from you guys several years ago.

asked by: Lee A

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I looked up the Kenda K550 Trailer Tires and they are offered in many sizes from 13"-15" wheels. If you can let me know which exact size you have (listed on sidewall of tire), I would be glad to offer a replacement option for you in a higher load range. The Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire part # AM10210 for example is a 175/8013 tire with load range d rating suited for use up to 1,650 lb rating.

I have attached a full list of our replacement tires below.

expert reply by: Conner L

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Lee A.

12/27/2022

Here is the info from the sidewall of my present tires. 8 P.R. Max load 1155kg (2540) lbs load range D ST 225/75 D 15 (H78-15) If there isn’t a 15” tire with a greater load capacity do you have 16” rims that will fit my present bolt pattern and then 16” tires with a greater load capacity? My present tires and rims were purchased from you guys several years ago.

Conner L.

12/27/2022

The Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire part # AM10303 is what I recommend switching two. This tire has a higher load rating of 2,830 lbs (D vs. E) than your existing and it will work with your current wheels. The best part of all is that it's a radial ply tire which is better than the bias ply tires you have now as they run cooler and are less prone to blowouts.

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Answer 4

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Answer 9

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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