Is There a 14" Wheel with a 5 on 5-1/2" Bolt Pattern for a 205/75-14 Tire?

Updated 09/14/2025 | Published 09/04/2025

Question:

While attempting to to a spare for my trailer, I was unable to find a match. Do you offer: Mountwd: tire on wheel. ST205 / 75R / 14 C Bolt pattern: 5.5 x 14 Any finish painted, chrome, galvanized, aluminum

asked by: Daniel Q

Expert Reply:

Hey Daniel!

The 5 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern is not common for 14" wheels which is why we don't have it, and why you're having a difficult time finding a replacement. I can help you out with a tire, but I also recommend double checking your bolt pattern to make sure it really is a 5 on 5-1/2" and not a 5 on 4-1/2". I'm attaching a link you can reference to double check your bolt pattern.

For the tire, I recommend the Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire # KE88KV which also has a Load Range C rating. If you're able to find a 14" wheel with the 5-1/2" bolt pattern then you can have a tire shop mount this tire to it, but if you aren't able to find a wheel with a 5-1/2" bolt pattern then we'll need to look into getting you setup with different hubs that will work with a more common bolt pattern.

What trailer is this on?

expert reply by: Jon G

Daniel Q.

9/11/2025

Demco Kar Karry SS The data sheet and Demco website specify the 5 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern. I'm attempting to purchase (and carry) a spare. I was able to find a ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire mounted on a 5 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern wheel on Amazon - I prefer to purchase from eTrailer (which is why I submitted the question). Thanks for the detailed response - I will triple check before ordering. I did not remove the lug nuts, so its hard to be "exact" with the silly bolt pattern. Rhetorical Question: Why aren't the five bolts evenly spread around the wheel: every 72 degrees? Thanks again, Dan.

Jon G.

9/11/2025

@DanielQ We actually have the Replacement Wheel # DM09296 which fits a Kar Kaddy SS and it uses the 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern, so I'd definitely triple check if I were in your shoes. I'm sure it has something to do with matching vehicle bolt patterns back in the day, but I don't know the history of it to be honest.

Beecavedan

9/11/2025

@JonG Oh... Im heading to the storage facility on Friday. I will remove the lug nuts (and wheel, if needed) - how do I measure the bolt pattern? I was measuring from the outer side of the luggage (should be the hole) to the middle of the lug (should be the hole) - the two holes are on a straight line and the line crosses the axil). I'll order the spare tomorrow, if my measurements match. Thanks!!!!

Jon G.

9/11/2025

@Beecavedan I've added a link to our help article on measuring the bolt pattern of a wheel that you can reference. From what you described, it sounds like you did it the right way but go ahead and check out the article just to make sure.

Helpful Links

faq-wheel-bolt-pattern.aspx