What Should Lug Nuts On 15" Trailer Wheels Be Torqued To?
Updated 02/24/2026 | Published 02/21/2026
Question:
What should you torque your utility trailer wheels at? 15in
asked by: David R
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Expert Reply:
Hey David, thanks for reaching out. That torque spec will depend on the wheel type. For a 1/2" lug nut on a 15" steel wheel the torque spec is 90-120 ft-lbs. For aluminum wheels like the # KE64JV you were looking at it's 90-100 ft-lbs. I have included our torque chart for your reference.
expert reply by:
Jesse M
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Lug Nut Torque Chart
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David R.
2/24/2026
Thank you very much for the answer and the chart!!