Tires for a 18,500 Pound Raptor Last About 3 Years and then the Tread Separates
Question:
I keep tires inflated to specs listed on tire and they last about 3 years and the tread separates. Looking for tire that sees a lot of off highway use on dirt and gravel roads.
asked by: BP C
Expert Reply:
If you do a lot of towing on dirt and gravel roads and not on pavement then the best tire type to use would be a bias ply tire and not a radial. Depending on your tire size though there may or may not be a bias ply tire available.
The other option is to go with a tire in the same size but at a higher load range. It would have a higher ply rating and be stronger. You would still need to keep the tires inflated to the maximum psi.
If you could tell me the tire size you have and the load range (or capacity) I can see what options we have available. I have included a link to our help article on tires for you.
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Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range F
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
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- Radial Tire
- Load Range F
- 235/85-16
- 16 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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