Wheel and Tire Recommendations for a Livestock Trailer with 5 Lug Wheels and 7.00x15LT Tires
Question:
I just rebuilt an old Livestock trailer. It has two 3500# axles 5 lug wheels with 7.00x15 LT tires. My question is what size tires do I need, what load range.
asked by: Clifford R
Expert Reply:
I have a solution for you, but the 7.00x 15 LT tire size you have is a light truck tire size. LT tires should not be used on trailers although some do without issue. Trailer tires are designed with a thicker sidewall that can accommodate higher air pressures and the weight of the trailer load. Trailer tires should also be inflated to their maximum pressure that is stamped on the sidewall. The trailer tires that we carry are not intended to be used at speeds over 65 miles per hour, unless stated otherwise on the tire.
The tire size ST225/75 is basically the same size as the 7.00x15LT except the ST at the beginning of the tire size stands for Specialty Trailer so it would work better for your trailer.
If you are looking for replacement wheels and tire you need to first determine your wheel bolt pattern. I attached an FAQ on how to do this. Most likely you have a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern but you will want to verify this.
There are 3 wheel/tire combos available that would work well for you with the only differences being the style of wheel. For a white wheel you would want part # AM32459 or for a galvanized wheel you would want the AM32468.
If you only needed a tire you would want part # AM10251.
Products Referenced in This Question
Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range C
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range C
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
more information >
Karrier ST225/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range C
- 225/75-15
- 15 Inch
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
more information >
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