Determining if ST235/80R16 Load Range E Tire is Sufficient for 19,000 Pound Trailer

Question:

NUWA MFG says I need these tire ST235/80R16E on my three axle 5th wheel. Hitch wt 2,540 UVW 15,140 GVWR 19,000 NCC 3,860 GAWR 7,000 7k axles are these E range really enough? or should I go with f range

asked by: Don

Helpful Expert Reply:

An ST235/80R16 Load Range E trailer tire like the excellent Taskmaster Provider # TTWTRTM2358016E features a 3,520 pound maximum load at 80 psi. For a three axle trailer like yours this will provide you with a combined maximum load of 21,120 pounds (3,520 x 6 tires) which is more than enough capacity for the trailer's 19,000 pound GVWR.

A trailer's GVWR refers to the most it can possibly weigh when fully loaded so this particular tire will still give you a healthy safety margin even if you load the trailer up to its limit.

I really like the Premium Contender trailer tires because of their tread that channels water away from the tire to improve traction during wet, snowy, or icy conditions. These tires have a speed rating of 81 mph..

I have attached a short video review that you can check out as well.

expert reply by: Chris R