Difference Between Trailer Tires And Automobile Tires
Question:
What are the differences between your kenda karrie 145/80-12 trailer radial tire and a passenger car 145/80-12 radial tire? I need some for a boat trailer 60 miles per hour. Are they interchangable? Thanks
asked by: Jim
Expert Reply:
The main difference between a trailer tire like the Kenda Karrier S-Trail Radial Trailer Tire, part # AM10130, and an automobile tire is that a trailer tire will have a thicker sidewall which is designed for increased load capacity on a trailer. Trailer tires are identified with ST, like ST145/R12.
Automobile tires are designed more for ride, comfort and handling. If you placed tires designed for trailers on an automobile, the ride would be very stiff and uncomfortable, and is not recommended. They may be interchangeable but would not be advised for the reasons I listed.
I have attached a link to a product review video for the # AM10130 you can check out.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 145/80-12
- 12 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- Kenda
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Valet 5X Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover - Topwind - 15" Lift - 5,000 lbs
- Shop: Replacement Motor Heads w Circuit Board and Remote for HappiJac Electric Truck Camper Jack Systems
- Search Results: trailer dolly
- Shop: Trailer Valet XL Trailer Dolly with Chain Drive - 2" Hitch Ball - 10,000 lbs
- Shop: TorkLift Camper Packer Camper Stand Kit with Lumber
- Shop: Camper Tie-Downs
- Shop: HappiJac Electric Truck Camper Jack System - 36-1/2" Lift - 11,200 lbs
- Q&A: Are Trailer Tires Better for a Trailer than Light Truck Tires
- Q&A: Using Passenger Car Tires on Trailers
- Shop: Timbren Axle-Less Trailer Suspension - Standard Duty - No Drop - 4 Bolt Flange - 1,200 lbs
- Shop: Kenda Karrier S-Trail ST145/R12 Radial Trailer Tire - Load Range D
- Search Results: st205 75r15 load range d
- Q&A: Is there a 12 Inch Trailer Tire that is Rated for 80 Miles Per Hour
- Article: Trailer Tire Sizing
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Q&A: 7-Way Trailer Plug Adapter or Compatibility with Lance Slide-In Truck Bed Camper
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Search Results: spare tire carrier
- Article: 7 Common Questions Everyone Has About Trailer Tires
- Search Results: camper tie~downs
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Q&A: How To Plug 1997 Lance Truck Camper Into 7-way Connector On 2016 Ford F-250
- Video: Trailer Valet 5X Swivel Jack and Trailer Mover Review
- Q&A: How To Install The HappiJac Truck Mounted Camper Tie-Downs
- Search Results: 90160
- Article: How to Mount a Truck Bed Camper
- Shop: Brake Controller
on Trailer Tires and Wheels
