Largest Wheel and Tire Size Available to Fit on 2,000 lb Trailer Axle
Question:
I just bought a 2000# axle kit to upgrade my HF folding trailer. The new hubs are 5x4.5. I want to go up in tire size. Will I be able to put 14inch tires on with this trailer? The axle is identical in size to the one that came with it. 60inch hub face, 48inch spring center. I know that spacing will come into play with larger wheels, but I really dont know much about that and how to tell which wheels/tires will fit.
asked by: Steve
Expert Reply:
Most hubs that fit a 2,000 lb axle can only fit up to a 12 inch diameter wheel. What size wheels/tires do you have now? There might be a larger size available but probably only up to a 12 inch wheel setup.
We don't have them pre-mounted so you would need to purchase the tire and wheel separately. You could use the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E # AM10140. It's overall diameter is 21.3 inches and has a section width of 5.7 inches. Then a wheel like the Aluminum Lynx Trailer Wheel - 12" x 4" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Silver # LH45FR. This would be the largest wheel setup I can feel safe about recommending right now.
Products Referenced in This Question
Aluminum Lynx Trailer Wheel - 12" x 4" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Silver
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Wheel Only
- 12 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Aluminum Wheels
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Lionshead
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 145/80-12
- 12 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Q&A: Recommended Wheel and Tire Size for a 2,000 Lb Trailer Axle
- Search Results: 215 75 r15
- Search Results: trailer tires
- Q&A: Is There a Minimum Clearance From Trailer Frame or Wall Needed on Trailer Tires
- Shop: Timbren Silent Ride Suspension for Single Axle Trailers w/ 2-3/8" Round Axles - 2,000 lbs
- Shop: Kenda Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Black Mod Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - LR D
- Shop: Dexstar Steel Mini Mod Trailer Wheel - 15" x 6" Rim - 5 on 4-1/2 - Black
- Shop: Trailer Axle with Idler Hubs - 5 on 4-1/2 Bolt Pattern - 60" Long - 2,000 lbs
- Shop: Taskmaster ST235/75R15 Radial Off-Road Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Shop: Taskmaster ST235/75R15 Radial Off-Road Tire w/ 15" Vesper Black Mod Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - LR D
- Shop: Westlake ST235/75R15 Radial Off-Road Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Q&A: Safety of Using Hitch Extender and Other Options To Clear Spare Tire on Jeep Liberty
- Q&A: Does a Breakaway System Need To Have Its Own Battery
- Search Results: am3h350
- Video: TruRyde Trailer Suspension TRSS175 Review
- Video: Review of etrailer Trailer Hubs and Drums - Pre Greased Hub - AKIHUB-545-2-LF-2K
- Search Results: off road tires
- Search Results: off road trailer tires
- Search Results: btr spindle
- Q&A: Length of Spindle that Uses 1 Inch Inner and Outer Bearing
- Q&A: What Is the Difference Between a BTR and BT8 Spindle
- Search Results: 12 inch trailer wheel
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Q&A: Trailer Idler Hub for 2,000 Pound Axle and 13 Inch Tires
- Video: Dexter Trailer Springs Over-Under Conversion Kit Installation K71-384-00
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Video: Redline Round Trailer Axle U-Bolt Mounting Kit Review
- Article: Replacing the Bearing, Races and Seals on a Trailer Hub
- Video: Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension System Installation
on Trailer Tires and Wheels
