Speed Rating for Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8 Galvanized Wheel

Question:

Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8 Galvanized Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range B Item # AM30010 The description mentions high speeds. How fast can a trailer be towed using these tires? What is the proper inflation pressure? I see the max pressure to obtain max carry capacity. What should tire pressure be if tires carry less than 50 of load capacity.

asked by: David B

Helpful Expert Reply:

The Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range B # AM30010 has a max speed rating of 65 mph which is becoming more of a standard for trailer tires.

You always want to run trailer tires at max psi capacity which will be stated on the sidewall - for both tires mentioned above that would be 60 psi. The only exception is when the trailer tire manufacturer comes out with a table showing what different weights different psi ratings can handle, but these tables are few and far between which is why it's always best to go with the sidewall rating.

expert reply by: Jon G