Can ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Wheels and Tires Be Used in Place of 275/75R14 on a Boat Trailer?

Question:

I have a 25ft boat with 275/75 R 14s on it. Seems hard to find this in tire and wheel packages. Why is this?and would 215s hold up? Thank you

asked by: Keith M

Expert Reply:

You may be able to go with a Karrier ST215/75R14 Radial Trailer Tire with 14" Galvanized Wheel # AM32182 but you will need to verify the difference in height and weight capacity will not be a factory from your 275/75R14's you currently have. I do see your tires are 30.2" tall and 10.8" wide with the new tires only being 26.7" tall and 8.5" wide. The big difference is the trailer will sit 1-3/4" lower to the ground so you will want to see if this will cause you any ground clearance issues. Since they are narrower tires there really isn't a concern for sidewalls rubbing. This particular tire and wheel can support up to 1,870lbs. You will need to verify if this is enough with your trailer and boat weight.

expert reply by: Bud M