Can Kenda AM1HP60 225/55B12 Tire Be Used on a Trailer

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Hello, kendas website lists this as a trailer tire, however etrailer says it is a golf cart tire. Can this tire be used as a trailer tire? https://www.etrailer.com/Trailer-Tires-and-Wheels/Kenda/AM1HP60.html

asked by: Nate C

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Expert Reply:

Although its more commonly used on golf carts, as long as the tire's kept properly inflated to 100psi as listed on the sidewall the Kenda # AM1HP60 225/55B12 tire can be used on a trailer. The tires are rated for a 65 mph top speed.

I've included a link to our Trailer Tire/Wheel help articles which contains enough information about trailer wheels and tires to make you the envy of your peer group.

expert reply by: Mike L

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Answer 1

For the 20.5x8x10, the new size is a 205/65-10. This would be the better tire for the long drives you plan on because it is a wider tire that will offer more stability. You can also get higher load capacities with the wider tire in this case if…

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Answer 2

When it comes to The Kenda 205/50-10 Bias Golf Cart Tire with 10 inch White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range B #AM90016 the kit only comes with the tire and rim. The Lug Nuts #AM90049 are sold separately. The lug nut fits 1/2 inch diameter wheel bolts and…

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Answer 3

The 18x8.50-8 #AM40537 is 17.6" in diameter and 8.5" wide. It will fit a 8" diameter x 7" wide wheel. This particular tire is rated for up to 815lbs per tire. The 4.80/4.00-8 #AM10002 is 16.1" in diameter and 4.6" wide.…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

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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Answer 6

The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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Answer 7

Load range B trailer tires are going to have a lower capacity than C load range tires. Basically that, psi rating, and the ply rating are the only differences. A higher load range tire would last a little longer than lower load ranges of the same…

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Answer 8

A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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Answer 9

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 10

The three most common lug stud sizes for a trailer are 1/2"-20, 9/16"-18, and 5/8"-18. In order to make sure you get the correct lug nuts you need to measure the lug studs on the trailer now as we have no way to look this up for…

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Answer 11

To determine the size of the hub assembly you need to purchase you have to determine which bearings are in the old assembly. If the old assembly has L44649 inner bearings, you would use the hub you chose #8-258-5UC1. If the inner bearings are marked…

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Answer 12

The two sizes you mentioned are pretty similar and fit many of the same 15 inch wheels. The 205/75-15 fits rim widths of 5 inch to 6-1/2 inch whereas the 225/75-15 fits widths that are 5 inch to 6 inch. The 205 is 27.1 inches tall and the 225 is 28.4…

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