Determining Needed Weight Capacity for Trailer Wheels
Question:
I have ST225/75d 15 carlisle sport trail lh tires on 5/4.5 galvanized wheels.I have a boat at about 2400 lbs.single axle trailer.I would like to put some nice rims on and just want to make sure of what load cap. to look for. thanks for any help
asked by: Roger B
Expert Reply:
Just like the tires for your trailer, the combined load capacity of your wheels should at least match the loaded weight of your trailer. Ideally though they will have a larger combined capacity than your trailer weight to provide a nice safety margin. You will also just want to make sure that the valve stem on the wheel can handle the maximum psi listed for the tire that is mounted.
If you can tell me what tire size you are needing I will be happy to make a tire and wheel recommendation. I have also attached a link that will take you to our available selection of trailer tires and wheels that you can look through.
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Aluminum Sendel Series T02 Machined Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2
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Roger B.
9/5/2018
I have ST225/75d 15 carlisle sport trail lh tires on 5/4.5 galvanized wheels.I have a boat at about 2400 lbs.single axle trailer.I would like to put some nice rims on and just want to make sure of what load cap. to look for. thanks for any help