Can ST235/85R16 Tires be Used in Place of LT235/85R16 Tires on a Horse Trailer

Updated 06/06/2014 | Published 06/05/2014

Question:

Hello, I have a 2008 Exiss 3 Horse trailer with living quarters, the tires that are on it are LT235 /85/R16 load range E tires, that is what the manufacture has on the plate also, tires are wearing funny and need to be replace what do you recommend for a replacement tire, also I pull the trailer with a 1999 FL50 Freightliner with air ride suspension and maybe that is why the tread is wearing funny, Thanks and hope to hear from you soon

asked by: Greg M

Expert Reply:

How are the tires wearing? Inside tread, outside tread, center tread? That could indicate other problems. If the trailer is not being towed level that could also be a factor. The air suspension on the truck wouldn't be a factor especially if the trailer is being towed level.

An LT tire indicates a light truck tire. ST stands for special trailer. You can use ST tires on your horse trailer. Trailer tire # AM10295 is an ST235/85R16 rated for 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. I have included a link to our informational article on trailer tires for you.

expert reply by: Michael H