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dragr1
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Jan 09, 2014

Maxxis Trailer Tires-why so much better?

Thinking about replacing the tires on my camper with Maxxis. But, what is the real difference between these and other ST trailer tires? Otherwise-why are they better? Looking for a real response and not b/c they aren't made in China, apparently they are made in Taiwan and I can't see that being enough of a reason.

Looking at size 225/75/15 Load Range E to replace current Power King Towmax 225/75/15 Load Range D. Yes my wheels are rated to hold 80psi. Camper is dual axle with 9000 pounds on the axles after subtracting tongue weight-have weighed on Cat Scales a few times.

My current tires are only a year old and I check the tire pressure and inflate when necessary every time the camper moves, even when leaving the campground. I'm really only considering new tires b/c my equipment trailer needs tires and runs the same size. So I want to step up to Load Range E tires on the camper and then put the Load Range D's on the equipment trailer since it doesn't haul as much weight (6000 on equipment trailer vs 9000 on the camper).

So who knows the real reason why the Maxxis tires seem to be better? I'm not concerned about the price either, I do not want the hassle or safety concerns of a flat tire on the highway.

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  • Just talked to a friend of mine that works at Maxxis and he didn't know either. He doesn't work on the trailer tire info though.
  • Just by going from LR D to LR E as you are planning is a good start, regardless of what brand tires you buy.

    I did both... Went with Maxxis when I replaced the Mission tires on our present rig. (based on reputation and experience from others) and went from D's to E's.

    Personal experience...the Maxxis tires have been great...no failures and we tow a lot.

    Others will say dump the ST's and go with LT tires...that's another long raging debate here on the Forum.
  • They have a great reputation and feedback over the last 6 years for RV owners. They seem to have the least amount of failures. Some, but few.
  • If your looking for a technical reason then I don't think anyone here can tell you that anymore than they can tell you what inner characteristics make the other brands fail.
    The Maxxiss simply have a far better track record for those of us that have put many miles over many years on them.