How to Select New Wheels for Horse Trailer that Uses LT235/85R16 Size Tires

Updated 10/21/2014 | Published 10/20/2014

Question:

I want to change the rims on my horse trailer. The current tire is a LT235/85R16. How do I determine the necessary size of rim. It is an 8 lug rim.

asked by: Ken

Expert Reply:

We offer trailer tires, wheels and pre-mounted tire-with-wheel combinations with your LT235/85R16 size tires. The link at right will let you see all tire/wheel combinations in this tire size. We offer three combination products consisting of a radial trailer tire in either Load Range E or F mated to either a white painted or aluminum wheel.

This LT235/85R16 size tire can be fitted to a 16-inch trailer wheel in several widths: 6-, 6-1/2-, 7- and 7-1/2-inches. When fully inflated on a wheel, this size tire will have an overall diameter of roughly 31-1/2-inches.

If you prefer just wheels, without tires, you can use the other link provided which will take you to our page for 16-inch wheels with your required 8 on 6-1/2 inch bolt pattern. You have many options for color, material, design and width.

Please note that at all times a trailer tire should be inflated to its full rated psi pressure as indicated on the tire sidewall. Never operate trailer tires in an under- or over-inflated condition and keep to the highest-rated speed for the tires you select, usually 65-mph.

expert reply by: Adam R