Are LT tires OK for trailers?

Yes, both special trailer (ST) and light truck (LT) tires can be used on a 5th wheel trailer. They are actually the only two types of tires rated for this use. The reason for this is that tires on a trailer will be subjected to much harsher conditions that require a stiffer sidewall.

What does LT mean on a trailer tire?

Truck and automobile tires do not have to withstand the weight and stress that is put on trailer tires. LT stands for Light Truck Tire. They are designed for exactly what its name implies such as SUVs, vans or pick-ups. LT tires do not have a thicker sidewall as ST tires.

Are Carlisle tires any good?

Carlisle offers C/6 ply rating to F/12 ply ratings and states that this tire is the ‘best, toughest, and safest radial trailer tire available’. (We speak more on this in our overall thoughts.) All models feature either an L or M speed rating for driving at higher, and safer, speeds on the highway.

Why do trailers need special tires?

Trailer tires have a thicker side-wall design that has a few different purposes. First, the thicker sidewall allows for heavier load bearing capacity. Second, the thicker sidewall helps to avoid trailers swaying as they travel down the road and through turns at high speeds.

What’s the difference between LT and ST tires?

Before going any further let’s take a look at what the ST and LT tire designations actually mean. ST tire designation: ST stands for Special Trailer tire. ST tires are designed for use on trailer axle positions only. LT tire designation: LT stands for Light Truck tire.

Can I use car tires on my trailer?

Don’t. Trailer tires and passenger car tires have different structures to respond to different stresses. Using a trailer tire on your car, or a car tire on your trailer, could lead to disastrous consequences. They have longer tread life, and can usually see more use than a trailer tire.

Are LT tires better for towing?

Although P (Passenger) tires give you the most comfort while driving and are generally more fuel efficient, LT (Light Truck) tires are designed for heavy towing and feature heavier body plies, bigger beads, more tread depth and an overall heavy-duty design made for higher inflation pressures for heavier loads.

What are the numbers on a trailer tire?

After ‘ST,’ you’ll see the numbers used to indicate your trailer tire’s size: 215, width in millimetres; 75, aspect ratio or ratio of height to width; R for radial construction; and 14 for rim diameter. Load rating or load index tells you how much weight a tire can safely carry at its maximum air pressure.

What do the numbers and letters mean on a trailer tire?

The first number, 205, refers to the width of the tire in millimeters. The second number, 75, refers to the tire’s sidewall aspect ratio (also called section height) and means in your case that the aspect ratio of your tire is 75% of the tire’s width. A trailer tire’s speed rating is usually denoted by a letter code.

Who makes Carlisle trailer tires?

The Carlstar Group
Carlisle branded tires are exclusively manufactured and sold by The Carlstar Group.