Can you use LT tires on a boat trailer?
You definitely want to stick with trailer tires on your boat trailer. Light truck tires are a type of passenger vehicle tire and as such they are not built with as thick of a sidewall as trailer tires. A thicker sidewall allows a trailer tire to handle more vertical load.
Are LT tires better for towing?
More on Tires! LT-series tires support the higher air pressures that are common for towing. At a minimum, Load Range E tires are capable of safely supporting about 3,000 pounds. So, in the case of a dualie (six wheels), the tires collectively will provide more than sufficient grip for safely towing 18,000 pounds.
Can I use regular tires on my trailer?
Don’t. Trailer tires and passenger car tires have different structures to respond to different stresses. Using a trailer tire on your car, or a car tire on your trailer, could lead to disastrous consequences. They have longer tread life, and can usually see more use than a trailer tire.
Can you mix LT and P tires?
P-metric to LT is acceptable, but never replace original equipment LT tires with P-metric tires due to them having lower load capacity ratings at maximum air pressure.
Can you put radial tires on trailer?
Yes, you can use radial tires on a trailer as long as they are trailer tires. Radial indicates which way the belts run in the tire. It is just a different kind of tire construction. Trailer tires, whether they are radial or bias ply, are built with a thicker sidewall than vehicle tires.
Do I need LT tires for towing?
And, for trucks that work hard—specifically pickups moving a lot of weight (payload or towing trailers)—using the right tires is a must. LT-series tires support the higher air pressures that are common for towing. At a minimum, Load Range E tires are capable of safely supporting about 3,000 pounds.
Can I put car tires on my trailer?
Never use passenger tires on a trailer. They are usually rated Load Range B, a 4-ply equivalent, because their sidewalls are flexible for a smooth ride—far too flexible for trailer duty. They are not engineered to stabilize heavy loads or to handle the temperatures that build with them.
Which tire is better for a trailer bias or radial?
Bias tires are less expensive. Radial tires, however, do perform better than bias tires, and that performance is quickly noticeable. The ride is smoother, the trailer does not bounce and sway as much, and radial tires have a longer life.