Truck Wheel Size
Looking at some new trucks and have the option of 17", 18" or 20" wheels. Any reason to go with one over the other? I think the 17" might do a little better off-road as the tire would have more flex...
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8.1 Van wrote:Me Again wrote:8.1 Van wrote:Flashman wrote:
20 inch wheels are for show. They are stupid for trucks that really do any real work.
If you want high capacity the LT295/65R20E tires have a 4,080lb capacity that is higher than most 18, 17 or 16" tires.
On a RAM with 3:42 gears going from a 33.19 diameter tire to a 35.1 would not be the best idea. These trucks already have long legs.
If you want high capacity in a short tire for better gearing the 285/65R16C load range E has a 3,970 lb capacity @85psi and is only 30.6" tall.
As noted earlier, newer trucks require at least 17" rims to clear the caliper.
