Can a 14" x 5-1/2" Wheel Be Used as a Replacement for a 14" x 6" Wheel

Updated 08/21/2023 | Published 08/19/2023

Question:

I have chrome 14x6 rims on my ezloader trailer can I use your 14x5.5 aluminum rims as a replacement?

asked by: John P

Expert Reply:

Yes, you can typically go from a 14" x 6" wheel down to a 14" x 5-1/2" wheel as long as you maintain the same bolt pattern.

So you can use the Aluminum Viking Series Valhalla Trailer Wheel # AX02455545BMFL as replacements, as long as you have a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern.

The reason I said typically is because there are instances where the current tires are too wide to go down the 1/2" in width, but this is not often the case. If you are concerned with that, you can look up your tire information to ensure they are compatible.

expert reply by: Scott S