Recommended Wheel and Tire For Switching to 15 Wheel On Carry On 5 x 8 Utility Trailer

Updated 09/19/2023 | Published 09/18/2023

Products Featured in This Question

Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Aluminum Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C

(964)

$189.70

Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C

(7927)

$103.64

Correct Track Trailer Alignment and Lift Kit - Single Axle

(58)

$212.04

Question:

I currently have 4.8-12 wheels/tires on my carry-on utility trailer that is 5 x 8. I would like to put larger 15 inch wheels on it for an upcoming road trip. What wheels and tires do you recommend? Thanks!

asked by: Jerry

Expert Reply:

If you are able to move up to a 15" wheel and tire I recommend the Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Aluminum Wheel # KE27JR. This tire is 27.3" tall and 8" wide is of radial construction and speed rated up to 81mph. Your 4.8-12 # AM30660 is only 20.3" tall and 4.75" wide. So you will need to ensure you have 2-5/8" side wall clearance and 6-1/2" of vertical clearance. To fit this you will likely need to add some sort of wheel spacers to move the tire away from the frame and a Lift Kit # LC87120 and or axle flip kit depending on your suspension. If you can provide me with the amount of clearance you have along with your suspension type I can help you determine what all will be needed. Your fenders may also need to be replaced or moved to accommodate for the tires as well.

expert reply by: Bud M