Can ST235/85R16 Tires be Used in Place of LT235/85R16 Tires on a Horse Trailer
Question:
Hello, I have a 2008 Exiss 3 Horse trailer with living quarters, the tires that are on it are LT235 /85/R16 load range E tires, that is what the manufacture has on the plate also, tires are wearing funny and need to be replace what do you recommend for a replacement tire, also I pull the trailer with a 1999 FL50 Freightliner with air ride suspension and maybe that is why the tread is wearing funny, Thanks and hope to hear from you soon
asked by: Greg M
Expert Reply:
How are the tires wearing? Inside tread, outside tread, center tread? That could indicate other problems. If the trailer is not being towed level that could also be a factor. The air suspension on the truck wouldn't be a factor especially if the trailer is being towed level.
An LT tire indicates a light truck tire. ST stands for special trailer. You can use ST tires on your horse trailer. Trailer tire # AM10295 is an ST235/85R16 rated for 3,640 pounds at 95 psi. I have included a link to our informational article on trailer tires for you.
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Karrier ST235/85R16 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range E
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range E
- 235/85-16
- 16 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
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