Do I need D tires?
Would I gain much by using load range D tires on a 4500 lb GVWR dual axle trailer? My current load range C tires (Karrier Loadstar 205/75 R 14) have held up well. They have a 1760 lb load rating, w...
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A 4500 lb tandem axle trailer can have maybe 1125 lb load per tire.
Your OEM load C tires 1750 lbs at 50 psi = 7000 lbs and has plenty of reserve capacity.
Nothing is gained by over tiring the trailer such as a D tire in your trailers case other than a rougher ride for the inside of your trailer.
At some point a trailer can have too much tire and this would be a good example.
If it was my trailer I would stick with the load C tire as its has gobs of reserve capacity and will ride much better for your lightweight trailer.
The Load D tires work best on heavier trailers.
Your OEM load C tires 1750 lbs at 50 psi = 7000 lbs and has plenty of reserve capacity.
Nothing is gained by over tiring the trailer such as a D tire in your trailers case other than a rougher ride for the inside of your trailer.
At some point a trailer can have too much tire and this would be a good example.
If it was my trailer I would stick with the load C tire as its has gobs of reserve capacity and will ride much better for your lightweight trailer.
The Load D tires work best on heavier trailers.
