Can a 205/75R15 Load Range C Be Upgraded to a 225/75-15 Bias Ply Load Range D  

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Most likely you would be fine from a clearance stand point to go from a 205/75-15 to a 225/75-15. The new tires will be 25 mm wider and 1.3 inches taller though so you will need to consider that.

A Load Range D 225/75D15 like the # TA28RR that you referenced will have considerable more capacity at 2,530 lbs at 65 psi as compared to your previous tire that has a capacity of 1,820 lbs at 50 psi. The Taskmaster brand is a great brand, I believe this tire/wheel combo would work great for you. I attached a review video for you to check out as well.

The only downside to all of this is that you will be going from a radial tire to a bias-ply. The radial tires are often preferred.

The main difference between a radial ply and a bias ply tire is how the tire is constructed. The cords inside a bias ply tire run at a 32 degree angle to the direction of travel, and the cords on a radial tire run at a 90 degree angle to the direction of travel, or across the tire from wheel lip to wheel lip.

A radial tire flexes more than a bias tire, giving it better ground contact, traction, stability, and tread wear.

A radial tire will normally run cooler than a bias ply tire, especially when the tire is under a load. A tire that runs cooler will last longer.

For a radial in the same size with a wheel I would recommend the # AM32545.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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