100/96M Meaning on Trailer Sidewall

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What does the 100/96M markings on my trailer tire mean? I’ve been able to figure all the other markings but not that one. Thanks you.

asked by: David P

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Helpful Expert Reply:

100/96 is the "load rating" and M is the speed rating which means 81 mph. 96 load rating means 1,570 lbs and 100 load rating is 1,800 lbs.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

The Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 14" White Wheel #AM32161 is not machine balanced - nor are any trailer tire and wheel combos. That said, it will be ready to install when you receive it. What happens is the manufacturers line up…

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You can mount trailer axles above or below the leaf springs. The difference is just the amount of ground clearance that the trailer would end up having. The biggest advantage with the spring below the axle (trailer will be lower) is that you would…

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I recommend taking a look at the Taskmaster ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire #TR20514. This is a great radial tire with a maximum load of 1,760 pounds at 50 psi. It has an excellent maximum speed of 81 mph and a 6 ply rating and also includes a 2-year…

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The CProvider ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 14" White Spoke Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C #TTWA14RWS are basically the similar wheel to what you referenced in your question. The load rating of C basically is a higher capacity than load…

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I have another wheel size that will work, but there are not any hub and drum assemblies for your 3500lb axle that will work with 10" wheels. For 3500lb axles you need 10" braking assemblies #AKEBRK-35-SA and 10" hub and drum assemblies…

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I have another option but the smallest 13 inch tire that we offer is a 175/80/13 like the Kenda Karrier #AM10210. The only option to get a smaller tire would be to go to a 12 inch tire like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire -…

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In order for you to realize more clearance under your trailer, using torsion axles with down degree angles will give you more clearance. On a system that has a 10 degree up axle, the center line of the spindle to the bottom of the trailer frame is…

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If your 10-foot dump trailer was made with a 3500-lb axle you cannot double its weight capacity just by swapping out the leaf springs to higher-rated ones. Any trailer's rated weight capacity depends on all of the component parts used to…

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You can upgrade the 1750 lb leaf springs to 2500 lb leaf springs. You do want to keep in mind that the ride may be a bit stiffer since you are upgrading your springs to a higher capacity. Like you mention upgrading the springs will not give you a…

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To correctly measure a leaf spring, you'll want to jack the trailer up on jack stands so the axle is hanging freely, then measure directly across from the center of one spring eye to the other, as shown in the provided diagram. The height of the…

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The 113/108 L is the load index which is normally translated to pounds capacity. For instance the 113 is 2,535 lbs maximum capacity and 108 is 2,205 lbs. For instance the Westlake ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D #274-000012 has a…

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The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity. For a ST175/80D13 like…

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