What Size Wheel and Tire Fits Trailer With 7k Axles and 8 on 6-1/2 Bolt Pattern
Question:
I have 2 Dexter 7000lb. Axles with 25-1/4inch 6 leaf springs. With 8 hole hubs what size tire and rims can I put on there.?
asked by: Jeff B
Expert Reply:
The size depends on the amount of clearance you have available on your trailer. It is recommended to have three inches of clearance on the top and two inches on the inside of the tire. Most trailers like yours with an 8 on 6-1/2 bolt pattern use 16" wheels and tires.
An ST235/80R16 like the Provider # TA53MR has an outer diameter of 30.79" and section width of 9.25". A slightly larger ST235/85R16 like the # AM32743B has an outer diameter of 31.625" and section width of 9.37". I would measure on your trailer to see what the clearance would be like and go from there.
Products Referenced in This Question
Kenda Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire with 16" Black Mod Wheel - 8 on 6-1/2 - LR E
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 235/85-16
- 16 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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Provider ST235/80R16 Radial Trailer Tire w/ 16" Black Mod Wheel - 8 on 6-1/2 - LR E
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 235/80-16
- 16 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 8 on 6-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Taskmaster
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Karrier ST205/75R15 Radial Trailer Tire with 15" White Wheel - 5 on 5 - Load Range C
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- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range C
- 205/75-15
- 15 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 5 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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