What Load Range Tires to Use for a 16,000 lb Trailer with 7,000 lb Axles

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What load range tires would you recommend for a 16000K tandem axle 5th wheel trailer? 2016 Redwood SQ38SRQ 7000K axles.

asked by: Ken L

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For a trailer with 7,000 lb axles I recommend using Load Range G tires, like the Westlake # LHWL410. Load Range G tires are rated for 4,400 lb at 110 psi when using a single tire, and 3,860 lbs at 110 psi when using dual tires.

If you are getting new wheels with the tires, like part # LHAXSO513B, make sure you select the right bolt pattern as well.

I have attached a demonstration video of the products that I mentioned and some helpful links related to tire sizing and frequently asked questions.

expert reply by: Jon G

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Answer 1

The spring hanger placement is going to be determined by your axle spacing. For example, if your axles are spaced 33 inches apart, as shown in the attached diagram, a 7K axle slipper spring, like #e74SR, requires a distance of 28-1/2 inches between…

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Answer 2

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Answer 3

There seems to be a mix up somewhere. Trailer tire #AM10501 that you have referenced is size 235/85-16, not 235/80. We have 2 tires in size 235/85-16. First, #AM10501, is a load range F and is rated for 3,960 pounds at 95 psi. Then we have…

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Answer 4

The highest load range rating we offer in a 235/85-16 is load range F which is rated for 3,960 lbs per tire. For this, I recommend the Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire part #AM10501.

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Answer 5

The TireMinder i10 TPMS for RVs and Trailers w/ Signal Booster - 4 Tire Sensors #TM89FR is a great system that sets the temperature at 167 degrees Fahrenheit for the initial alarm to warn you to stop soon and let the tires cool as well as checking…

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Answer 6

The best tire is going to depend on your current tire size, the tire type, and the load range that will support your toy hauler. I've attached a link to our tire products page. You can use the filters on the left side of the page to narrow…

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Your Westlake ST235/85R16 Load Range G Trailer Tire #LHWL410 should always be inflated to its max 110 psi. Trailer tires like these should always be inflated to their max psi, regardless of your trailer's weight, to maintain its weight…

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Answer 8

The Westlake ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire #LHWL410 is definitely a high quality trailer tire. I don't know where you saw all of the reviews for the S637, but the Westlake is well reviewed with a 99% satisfaction rating here at etrailer.…

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Answer 9

I can understand how you might be alarmed at the increase in pressure, but the increase in pressure is to be expected and there isn't a danger zone in pressure as much as there should be concern about the heat buildup on the tires. Excessive…

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The tallest tire we have in the size of ST235/85-16 is the part #LHWL410 which is 31.7 inches tall. We also have lift kits for trailer suspension like the part #RR23QX for a tandem axle trailer or part #RR55QX for a triple axle which can give a…

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Answer 11

Yes, the Westlake Load Range G item #LHWL410 is a CR960A tire. I have attached a picture below that will show you the side wall and where CR960A is molded onto the tire. This tire is a load range G with a maximum load of 4,400 lbs at 110 psi.

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Answer 12

Trailer tires should always be filled to the max psi listed on the sidewall while cold. The heat would indeed cause the pressure to build but not to a point where an issue would occur. You are taking around 10 psi and that would not be the cause of…

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What Load Range Tires to Use for a 16,000 lb Trailer with 7,000 lb Axles

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