If Trailer Manufacturer Recommends Load Range C Tires Can Load Range E Tires Be Added to Trailer

Updated 09/12/2025 | Published 05/21/2025

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Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range E

(7532)

$141.67

Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C

(7668)

$100.64

Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D

(7668)

$109.31

Question:

The company that makes my trailer says to use a load level C because of the max capacity of the trailer. If I use a load level E, would that make the tire more durable even if I am not utilizing the total weight? Also the max PSI of 90 is this cold or warm fill up. If I am not using close to max weight rating of this tire would 90 PSI still be recomneded? Dont want the tire to be bouncy.

asked by: Brad M

Expert Reply:

Hi Brad; I would stick with the trailer manufacturer recommendation of Load Range C tires like the # AM3H390. Load Range E tires like # AM3H490 will be more durable since they're 10 ply instead of 6 ply. However, that might actually cause the bouncy tires you want to avoid. If you really want to move up the ply rating I would go to 8 ply, Load Range D, like # AM3H430 to avoid overdoing it. Also, all of the psi ratings are cold psi.

If you need anything else feel free to reach out in the comments below.

expert reply by: Robin H

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Robin H.

9/12/2025

Hey Brad, did you decide to stick with the Load Range C tires, or did you try the Load Range D option to avoid the bouncy ride? I'd love to hear what you chose and how it worked out, as it could help others make a similar decision.