What Rating Should Trailer Tires Have for Camper that Weighs 15,000 Pounds

Question:

I HAVE A TRI-AXLE FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER THAT WEIGHTS 15,000LBS. WHEN LOADED.IT HAS THREE 5000 POUND AXLES. WHAT RATING OF TIRES SHOULD I BUY?

asked by: RON S

Expert Reply:

When determining the Load Rating of your trailer tires, you will just want to make sure that the load capacity of all of your tires combined exceeds that of your trailer. Trailer tires do have specific load ratings such as B, C, D, E and so on, but the actual weight capacity of specific tires can still vary within the same rating. The actual maximum load at a particular psi will be listed on the tire's product page.

If you have 6 tires on your camper, theWestlake ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 15" Silver Mod Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Load Range E # LHAW124 will be a good option. This radial tire has a 2,830 pound maximum load. This would make the total capacity of your 6 tires 15,240 pounds. This tire and wheel combo has a bolt pattern of 6 on 5-1/2.

You will also need to determine what bolt pattern you need on your wheel. I have attached a few helpful articles that that will explain how to measure this as well as provide additional information on trailer tires and sizes for you to check out.

I have also included a link that will take you to our full selection of trailer tires. You can select what size you need on the left side, as well as choose from various options such as Load Rating and Bolt Pattern, so you can find exactly what you need for your camper.

expert reply by: Chris R