What Tire Chains do You Recommend for My 285/65-20 Tires on My 2019 Ford F-350?

Question:

I have a 2019 F350 Super Duty that has 285/65-R20 tires instead of the standard 275/65-R20. Will the TC2536 chains fit my slightly wider tires? If not, which chain do you recommend?

asked by: Terry

Expert Reply:

I have a great tire chain solution for your 285/65-20 tires on your 2018 Ford F-350. Unfortunately, the Titan Chain # TC2536 will not fit your wider tires.

With that being said, we do carry similar chains that do fit. For that route, I recommend the Konig Snow Tire Chains - Diamond Pattern - D Link - XD16 Pro # KON74FR. Not only do these come with integrated tensioners like the # TC2536, the Konig chains are Class-S rated which means they are specially designed for vehicles with limited wheel well clearance. This dramatically decreases the potential for damage to wheel well components on your truck. Also, one additional advantage of the # KON74FR is that they come with anti-scratch nylon rubber mounts that protect your rims from damage. In order to make sure that you can safely use the chains, you need to have 16mm of wheel well clearance. I went ahead and attached a photo that shows how to conduct this measurement.

As with all tire chain applications, it is important to always consult with your vehicle's owner's manual to make sure you abide by all of the guidelines outlined by the manufacturer.

expert reply by: Bob C