Another tire post
My 2015 Keystone Raptor came with Trailer King 235/80/R16 tires. I was skeptical but figured I'd run them till one failed and then replace them. At about 5100 miles on a 1800 round trip in June they...
Forum Discussion
CALandLIN wrote:
The strength of a tire is provided by the inflation pressure, so, insure you are inflating them to a value that exceeds what they have to carry.
I believe that is a miss statement. Inflation pressure determines capacity. Strength of a tire would be related to construction, plies, and ply material etc.
The strength of a Michelin XPS Rib LT235/85R16E at 80 lbs inflation is a a lot higher than a typical 34 pound ST235/80R16E. Hit a freeway aligator, frost heave or pot hole with each and see which holds up better. Chris
