Minimum Safe Distance Between Front and Rear Tires on Tandem Axle Trailer
Question:
Upon fully loaded, the clearance between front tire and rear tire is about 1-1/2 inches, this will be okay or not?
asked by: Tony
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Helpful Expert Reply:
You will be okay. As a general rule of thumb the minimum safe distance between front and rear tires on the same side of a tandem axle trailer is 4 inches. You will need a minimum of 1 inch between the tires with the suspension in full flex when the tires will be the closest together.
I have included a link to our tire FAQ article for you to view.
expert reply by:
Chris O
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Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire with 16" White Wheel - 6 on 5-1/2 - Load Range E
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- Radial Tire
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- 235/85-16
- 16 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 6 on 5-1/2 Inch
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