Many people reading this article already know something about trailers. But don’t draw much attention to some parts of the trailer often. Today, we’re talking about one of the most important parts of a trailer: tires. Over the past few years, we’ve seen a lot of tire-related issues. Some customers purchased wheels with the wrong offset, resulting in uneven tire wear. Others replaced their tires with models that could not carry enough weight. This caused tire blowouts during transport. These problems may seem small, but they can affect the safety of the trailer and the life of the tires. So in this article. Learn more about trailer tire models
The trailer tires carry the weight of the trailer and the load. They also help keep the trailer stable while driving and braking. For example, a trailer weighs 3500 kg when fully loaded. It has 4 tires. Each tire carries about: 3500 ÷ 4 = 875 kg. That doesn’t sound like much.
This is one of the most frequently asked questions. Although the two sizes look similar, they are different. 195R14C, this tire usually has a height of 80% to 82% of its width. Some manufacturers write it as 195/80R14C, 195/82R14C and 195/75R14C. This tire is lower and smaller in overall diameter. Because of this, the 195R14C is usually taller than the 195/75R14C. Changing from one size to another can affect fender clearance, ground clearance, trailer height and load capacity. So remember, always check the original tire size before replacing it.
Many trailer owners notice that their tires are cracking even though the tread still looks good. The reason is simple. Cars are often driven. Trailers are often parked for long periods. Sunlight, rain, heat and cold slowly damage rubber. Because of this, many trailer tires fail due to age, not wear. So how can we make trailer tires last longer? We recommend using tire covers, avoiding direct sunlight, checking tire pressure regularly, and moving the trailer at least once a month. Also, they should replace the tires after about 5 years. Even if the tread looks good, old tires should still be carefully inspected. pay attention All these points are important.
In most cases, the tire itself is very similar. The major differences are usually in the wheel bolt pattern, wheel offset, axle axle size, bearing type, and electric brake system. For example, a 14-inch wheel can use 5×114.3, 5×139.7, and 6×139.7. Even if the tire size is correct, the wheel cannot be installed if the bolt pattern is different.
Before buying a trailer, ask for these details: tire size, wheel size, bolt pattern, wheel offset, load rating. These details can help avoid many problems later on.
