Needing Replacement Tires for 235/70-16 Tires on 2005 Calico Stock Trailer

Question:

I must replace dry rotted tires on my stock trailer as I have trip coming up. 14 yrs ago these tires came on the new trailer and actually still hold air. I realize at the time these may have been the best tires for the job but wonder if there is an affordable replacement to carry two horses 3000 miles in the northern states this Fall. Certainly do not need 40,000 mi tires.

asked by: Barbara

Expert Reply:

We recommend replacing trailer tires after about 6 years, so you're certainly due!

The current 235/70-16 tires are a passenger vehicle tire size, you'll want to use a trailer tire of very similar size like a 235/80-16. Trailer tires of identical size are classified by their load range, or weight capacity. In order to choose the correct tire, you'll need to know either how much the loaded trailer weighs, or the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) which the trailer manufacturer deems as the most the loaded trailer can weigh. You should be able to find the GVWR on the manufacturer identification plate on your trailer.

A load range E tire would have a 3520 lb per tire or or 7040 lbs per axle capacity. If that's sufficient capacity wise, I'd recommend the # TTWTRTM2358016E Taskmaster Provider tire. Provider is a respected name that supplies the OEM tires to several trailer manufacturers. If you prefer a domestically manufactured tire, we offer the Goodyear Endurance as part # 724858519.

For a higher rated load range G tire with a 4080 lb per tire 8160 lb per axle capacity, I'd recommend the Taskmaster Provider # PRG80235.

All the tires I recommended are radial tires which will provide a smooth ride on the highway. Since radial tires do an excellent job of shedding excess heat, you'll get long life out of them as well, as long as they're kept fully inflated to the pressure listed on the tire sidewall, the speed rating is observed and the tire isn't overloaded.

The # AM10303 tire you had looked at is for a 15 inch wheel, so it wouldn't fit your current wheels.

I've linked you to an article about trailer tires that I hope you'll find helpful.