Trailer Tire Size 215/60-8 vs 205/65-10 on a 2 Place Snowmobile Trailer
Question:
215/60-8 vs 205/65-10. What is the better choice for 2 place snowmobile trailer? I currently have a 2004 SnoPro 2 place enclosed snowmobile trailer. I am looking to replace the wheels/tires that are currently on it. Original equipment is the 215/60 - 8 size tires. I was think about changing that to 205/65-10. Bolt pattern is 5 x 4.5. Are there any advantages going to a slightly larger diameter tire? Or are there any disadvantages? Clearance should not be an issue.
asked by: Kyle
Helpful Expert Reply:
If clearance at the wheel wells and the additional inch of height at the coupler and floor is not an issue then larger tires are a good option. Larger tires create less friction as you travel because the number of rotations to go the same distance decreases. A 205/65-10 tire has a diameter of 20.6 inches and width of 8.3 inches. The original 215/60-8 tires have a diameter of 18.2 inches and a width of 8.5 inches.
Since you have the clearance, I do recommend upgrading the tire size using the Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D # AM3H430. I've attached a video of this to assist. The tire comes with a 2 year warranty and the wheel comes with a 1 year warranty. They come balanced and ready to install.
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Kenda 205/65-10 Bias Trailer Tire with 10" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range D
- 205/65-10
- 10 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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