Can 175/80/13 Tires On Utility Trailer Be Run At Less Than The Max Rated PSI?
Question:
I have 175/80/13 B78 TIRES ON MY TRAILER IF ALL I HAUL IS MY 600 LBS. ATV DO I NEED TO PUT MAXIMUM 50 LB. IN MY TIRES OR COULD I BACK OFF ON THE PRESSURE SOME?
asked by: Charles R
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Expert Reply:
Since the 175/80/13 B78 tires on your 5' x 10' Utility Trailer are rated for up to 50 PSI then you will want to run them at 50 PSI.
Trailer tires are different then vehicle tires in that they have a thicker sidewall and running the tires at less than the max PSI can cause excess heat to build in the tires. Since heat is the main enemy of a tire this can cause tire life issues and blow outs.
expert reply by:
Samuel C
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Karrier ST205/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 205/75-14
- 14 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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