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     • Basically you need to take the total weight of the trailer when loaded and ready to tow and divide that number by the amount of tires the trailer has and that's the minimum tire weight capacity required to be safe. For a 3,200 lb trailer with a single axle you would need tire capacity of 1,600 lbs at least.
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     How to Determine How Much Tire Capacity a Trailer Tire Needs

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   How do I determine the minimum load capacity of a trailer tire?

   • To determine the minimum load capacity each trailer tire should have, divide the trailer’s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) by the number of trailer tires.

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   How is tire load capacity determined?

   • The determination of Tire load capacity is based on Ply Rating, Load Index and Load Range. The amount of air a tire is capable of holding determines the amount of weight the tire can carry. Therefore to achieve a higher tire load capacity, a tire must hold more air.

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   How much weight can a trailer tire carry?

   • For trailer tires (ST or Special Trailer tires), the general weight capacities for common load ranges are as follows: Load Range B: Typically up to 1,100 to 1,520 lbs per tire at maximum inflation. Load Range C: Typically up to 1,760 to 2,270 lbs per tire at maximum inflation.

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   What is a trailer tire rating?

   • This rating not only guides you in selecting tires that can handle your trailer's load but also ensures optimal tire performance and road safety. Each load range corresponds to a specific weight capacity and required tire pressure, making it essential to match your trailer's requirements with the appropriate tire load range.

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   How do I know if my trailer tires are good?

   • Start by checking your trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and ensuring your tires' load range meets or exceeds this weight. We also remember to factor in the tire's inflation pressure, as proper inflation is key to maximizing the tire's load-carrying capacity.

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   How do I choose the best trailer tires?

   • When you add the weight of your cargo, including the weight of passengers and equipment, to the GTW, you get the GVWR, which you will need to know in order to choose trailer tires with a load range that is sufficient to handle the total weight (and then some for a safety factor).

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3. tiregrades.com › tire-anatomy › tire-sizeWhat Load Range Tire Do I Need For My Trailer? - TireGrades

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   Nov 2, 2023 · To determine the minimum load capacity each trailer tire should have, divide the trailer’s GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) by the number of trailer tires. Then, add a safety margin to account for potential weight distribution discrepancies and dynamic forces, increase this calculated load capacity by 15% to determine the ideal load ...

4. rvtires.com › tire-load-capacityTire Load Capacity - How much of a load can your tires safely ...

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   • Tire Load Capacity
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   The determination of Tire load capacity is based on Ply Rating, Load Index and Load Range. The amount of air a tire is capable of holding determines the amount of weight the tire can carry. Therefore to achieve a higher tire load capacity, a tire must hold more air. In addition, the tire must be strong enough for it to hold more air volume and pres...

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   Tire LOAD INDEX is a number that corresponds to the maximum weight a tire can support with proper inflation. The higher the tire’s load index number, the greater it’s load carrying capacity. So, choosing a tire with a lower load index than the original equipment specifications means that the tire will NOT carry the load capacity of the original. In...

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   Light truck tires have two load indexes on the sidewall of the tire, unlike passenger tires, which only have one. This is because you may find light truck tires on vehicles with dual rear wheels. In this example, the light truck tire has a load index of 117/112. Using the Load Range Chart, the 117/112 load index equates a load capacity for a single...

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   Most passenger car tire load indexes range from 75 to 100, but some are higher. The chart shows how load indexes translate to weight.

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   A letter on the sidewall of a tire represents the load range. This letter provides a comparative value of a tire’s strength, helps gauge how much air a tire can hold and the weight carrying capacity. The higher the Load Range, the more weight carrying capacity of the tire. Load range comes from an older measurement known as ply ratings. Tires are m...

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6. www.etrailer.com › question-158858How to Determine Total Weight Carrying Capacity of Trailer Tires

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   Expert Reply: When a trailer wheel/tire like the bias ply Kenda # AM30120 shows a weight carrying capacity of 910-lbs, which is for Load Range C, that is for just the one wheel/tire. So, yes, you would double that to determine the total weight capacity of the axle/hub/wheel/tire system.

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7. www.treadworld.com › how-to-determine-the-optimalHow to Determine the Load Range, Ply Ratings for Trailer Tires

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   Choosing the Optimal Load Range for Trailer Tires Depends the Trailer’s GVWR. GVWR is defined as the maximum weight that the trailer can safely carry, including the weight of the trailer itself—the GTW, gross trailer weight plus the weight of the cargo.

8. www.etrailer.com › question-236634How to Select Correct Trailer Tire Weight Load Range

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   How to Select Trailer Tires with Correct Load Range Rating for Trailer Gross Weight Your math is correct in your trailer weight load example. If a fully-loaded tandem axle trailer weighs 4000-lbs then each of the 4 tires will bear 1/4th of that load, or 1000-lbs.

9. prince.tires › blogs › newsExpert Load Range Advice for Trailer Tires | Prince Tire ...

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   Feb 3, 2024 · Start by checking your trailer's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and ensuring your tires' load range meets or exceeds this weight. We also remember to factor in the tire's inflation pressure, as proper inflation is key to maximizing the tire's load-carrying capacity.

10. www.etrailer.com › question-59619Calculating Tire Capacity for a Trailer with a Tandem, Dual Axle

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    Helpful Expert Reply: Your calculations are correct, your tire capacity is 7,040 lbs. You always want to go with the lowest rated component in your towing setup as your overall towing capacity.