Trailer Tire Recommendation for 5400-lb Pop-Up Camper Trailer
Question:
I have a pop up camper with a loaded weight of 5400#. Tire size 225/75 D15. My trips include multiple freeways with speeds in excess of 65 mpH posted speed limits up to 80 while I acknowledge towing a camper at that speed may not be the best option. It is also unsafe going 65 with people jockeying around me. Can you make a recommendation of a quality tire to meet my needs for weight and speed?
asked by: Chris C
Expert Reply:
Most trailer tires are rated for speeds up to 65-mph, despite some roads having posted limits up to 80-mph as you note. Of course, towing a trailer at 80-mph is not recommended.
Generally a radial trailer tire will give you better handling than a bias ply. This is because a radial tire has more flex and maintains better ground contact than a bias ply. Radials also tend to run cooler.
I suggest you use Load Range E-rated radials since a higher rated tire will run cooler and the radial design will give you better handling. We offer Kenda # AM10303 that has a maximum load capacity of 2,830-lbs at 80-psi inflation. Always run a trailer tire at its maximum rated psi pressure as shown on the tire sidewall.
You may care to check out the linked articles on trailer tires for more information.
Products Referenced in This Question
Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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Kenda K353 Bias Trailer Tire - 5.30-12 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 5.30-12
- 12 Inch
- K - 65 mph
- Kenda
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