Do 4.80-8 and 4.80-12 Trailer Tire & 5-Bolt Wheels Have Same Bolt Pattern

Question:

I have 4.80-8 tires with five bolt wheels on my trailer but tires are shot. I was considering getting 4.80-12 five bolt wheels. Would the bolt pettern be the same?

asked by: Francis A

Expert Reply:

Not necessarily. While it's likely because the most common 5-bolt wheel pattern for trailer wheels is 5 on 4-1/2" you definitely want to measure to be sure you can go from your 4.80-8 with a 5-bolt wheel to a 4.80-12 with a 5-bolt wheel like the Kenda 4.80-12 Bias Trailer Tire with 12" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C # AM30660.

I have added links below which detail how to measure your bolt pattern as well as a printable bolt hole template if you find that easier.

expert reply by: Kyle S