Torque Spec for 13" Steel Wheel With 1/2" Studs
Updated 11/18/2025 | Published 12/21/2024
Question:
What torque for 1/2” stud in a 13” steel wheel
asked by: Robert
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Expert Reply:
Hi Robert; the torque spec for a 13" wheel with 1/2" wheel studs is 75-85 ft.-lb.
expert reply by:
Robin H
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Robert
11/18/2025
Use the handy torque chart at 85 ft lbs check after use
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Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Kenda
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Robin H.
11/17/2025
Hi Robert, how did things go torquing the 1/2" studs on your 13" steel wheel to 75–85 ft-lb? Knowing how that worked out could help others setting up the same wheel and tire combo.