TIme to replace tires... Radial or Bias?
So, two summers and OEM tires are shot, worn out on the inside. Likely due to inadequate pressure (my fault I know) In searching replacements and looking at the load rating, I'm a little shocked. ...
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The Kumho 857 is a all position tire. This from Kumho 857 website.
RADIAL 857
TREAD CODE: 857
The Radial 857 is available in European-metric commercial sizes. The 857's primary application is to be mounted on a trailer. With its solid commercial construction, the 857 provides the durability and reliability you need from a trailer tire.
and farther reading says;
SPECIAL FEATURES
>For commercial light truck, transporter, van and trailer.
>Deep zigzag grooves for increased mileage.
>Straight center groove and sipes on four ribs to improve ride and noise.
IMO Kumho knows the USA doesn't have small vans/trucks/transporters with 14" tires and wheels like we see in other parts of the world but they do realize a need for a good 14" tire for trailer use here in the states. I'm guessing its all in how there marketed.
Edit; looks like photos beat me to the point....jim
RADIAL 857
TREAD CODE: 857
The Radial 857 is available in European-metric commercial sizes. The 857's primary application is to be mounted on a trailer. With its solid commercial construction, the 857 provides the durability and reliability you need from a trailer tire.
and farther reading says;
SPECIAL FEATURES
>For commercial light truck, transporter, van and trailer.
>Deep zigzag grooves for increased mileage.
>Straight center groove and sipes on four ribs to improve ride and noise.
IMO Kumho knows the USA doesn't have small vans/trucks/transporters with 14" tires and wheels like we see in other parts of the world but they do realize a need for a good 14" tire for trailer use here in the states. I'm guessing its all in how there marketed.
Edit; looks like photos beat me to the point....jim
