Availability of 235/75-15 Size Trailer Tires

Question:

tandem axle trailer has lt235/75R/15 tires. One tire is cut and needs replaced. I cant find a 235/75R /15 replacement.

asked by: Bob L

Expert Reply:

From what I could find it looks like 235/75-15 size tires tend to be passenger vehicle tires and are not very common in the trailer tire size. If you have vehicle tires on your trailer, I recommend changing out your tires for trailer tires. They have sidewalls that are stiffer to better carry the weight of the trailer and they are built to run cooler under heavier loads. Vehicle tires have more flex in the sidewall to help make the ride smoother for passengers.

The trailer tire size that is closest to your current tire size is 225/75-15. For a tire/wheel combo that is compatible with a 5 on 4-1/2" bolt pattern we have the Taskmaster Provider with Mod Wheel # A225R645WM. If you have a 6 on 5-1/2" bolt pattern, then you want to use the Taskmaster Provider with White Spoke Wheel # TA57VR instead. These are slightly smaller than your current tires.

Both tire/wheel combos come in a load range D (2,540 lbs at 65 psi) and have a max speed rating of 81 mph. They also come with a 2-year limited warranty that includes Roadside Assistance. If your trailer has a flat tire, call the help line and a technician will come change out the flat tire with your existing inflated spare tire. The service is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In addition to the roadside assistance, this warranty also includes other benefits and services.

expert reply by: Jon G