Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range B

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• Correct Replacement Trailer Tire Size for 1-1/2 Ton Utility Trailer That Uses 215/75R/15 Tires
  The tire size currently on your trailer, 215/75R/15, is a light truck/passenger tire and not a trailer tire. You will be better off with tires made specifically for use on a trailer and rated appropriately for the axle. Keep in mind that the load your trailer can carry will be limited to the lowest rated component in the system - either the wheels/tires, the axles or the trailer frame itself. Increasing the capacity of one component, such as the tires/wheels, does not necessarily increase...
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• What Air Pressure Should I Run in My Trailer Tires?
  We recommend that all trailer tires be inflated to the max psi stated on the sidewall of the tire. If the tire is under inflated, the weight capacity is lowered to an unknown amount for that tire. Although running lower air pressures can improve the ride of the trailer with lighter loads, the weight rating that the tire can carry will be reduced. If a heavier load is put on the trailer without changing the air pressure to the recommended amount, the sidewall of the tire could heat up and...
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• Should Travel Trailer Tires Be Aired Up To Max Pressure Stamped On Sidewall?
  Trailer tires like those found on your Travel Trailer should be aired up to the max pressure stamped on the sidewall of the tire. Since you mentioned it is stamped 80 PSI you will want to air them up to 80 PSI. Trailer tires are different than vehicle tires in that they are designed to be run at the max PSI, and running lower PSI causes the sidewall to get more heat which leads to shorter tire life. There is one exception being the Goodyear Endurance line of tires, which are designed...
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• Can Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel go 75 MPH
  No, even with low weight you still have to abide by the 65 mph speed rating of the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range B # AM30020.
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• Can Trailer Tires Be Aired Down for Better Traction on Icy Pavement
  We recommend running the vast majority of trailer tires at the pressure rating listed on the tire sidewall, and for very good reason. You can lower the tire pressure to increase the tire's contact surface with the pavement if you wish, however by doing so you are reducing the tire's capacity by an unknown degree. The tire's listed capacity is at the pressure rating listed on the tire's sidewall, if that pressure is lowered you won't know what the tire's capacity actually is which could...
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• Can I Use Tires that Use Different Required PSI on a 2-Axle Trailer?
  When considering tire PSI for a 2-axle Jayco White Hawk trailer, it is critical that the PSI requirements are the same for all tires. If a tire has a different PSI rating, that is an indicator that the load rating and capacity are different. With that being said, it is important to have tires that require the same PSI. If you need recommendations for different tires for your trailer, feel free to reach out to me with your needed tire size, and I will be happy to make a recommendation for you.
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• Should Trailer Tire Rated for 90 PSI be Ran Always at 90 PSI
  Trailer tires are unique in that they are designed to be inflated to their max psi rating when cold regardless of the load on them. This ensures you don't create excess heat which would cause the tire to fail over time.
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• What is the Speed Rating for a 4.8x12, 2-Ply Trailer Tire
  If you are using our tires, they are all rated for 65 miles per hour maximum, regardless of how far you are going, unless otherwise noted on the tire sidewall itself. While there is a formula for tire speed based on size and construction of the tire, it is not applied to trailer tires. Trailer tires should also be inflated to the maximum psi rating as indicated on the tire. Because trailer tires are made with a thicker sidewall to handle more vertical load, under inflating a trailer tire...
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• Determining What PSI Trailer Dolly Tires Should Be Aired Up To
  The correct tire pressure for the tires on your dolly will be dependent on your specific tires. All tires have a max PSI rating stamped on the side wall, and is what the tires are designed to be used at. For example the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range B # AM30020 are designed for up to 60 PSI so you would want to air them up to that pressure. Trailer tires are made differently than car/truck tires in the sense that they have a thicker...
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• What Air Pressure Should My Trailer Tires Be Run At
  You'll always want to follow the recommended PSI that is stated on the tire itself. The Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire # AM30020 you were looking at are designed to be run at 60 psi when cold. Tires on trailers can be changed, so the recommended psi could change depending on which tires you're using, so you'll always want to follow the specs printed on the sidewall of your tires.
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• Can Different Tires or Hubs be Installed on a Trailer with Fixed Hub Integral Tire and Rim
  Your set up may be fine on the highway. Make sure that the bearings are well greased and check the tires for any indication of a speed rating. Also check the trailer tongue or frame for any speed limitations. You might be able to switch tires and wheels or replace the hubs but if they are what I think they are then you would not be able to replace them and you would have to instead replace the axle and then get new hubs, wheels, and tires. If the hubs can be removed then I would need...
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• Larger Tire Recommendation for a Horse Trailer to Gain Ground Clearance
  It looks like you would have enough fender clearance to upgrade to a different size tire. Without knowing what size you have it would be hard for me to make a recommendation. But if you check out the link I attached to the right you will see a chart with all of the sizes we of and in the far right column the overall diameter of the tires are listed. If you go with a substantially larger tire you may also need to get a ball mount with less drop to allow your trailer to sit level. I attached...
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• Should Trailer Tires Be Inflated to Rating On Sidewall or Per Trailer Manufacturer's Recommendation
  Most trailer tires are capacity tested only at their full inflation pressure listed on the tire's sidewall. Since they're not tested at lower pressures, if the tire isn't fully inflated, the tire's capacity will be reduced by an unknown amount and could easily become overloaded without the user knowing it. Excessive heat build up is what causes tires to prematurely fail. Failure to fully inflate the tire, overloading the tire, and exceeding the tire's speed rating all contribute to heat...
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• Center of Wheel that Has 4.80-8 Tire Size on 5 Lug Wheel
  I really wish we had what you are wanting but everything we offer has a pilot diameter of 2.8 inch. Would that be too small to fit your hub?
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• What is the Speed Rating for the 4.80-8 Trailer Tire and Wheel Combo
  The speed limit for the 4.80-8 Trailer Tire and Wheel, part # AM30020, is 65 MPH.
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• What is the Overall Width of the Americana Tires and Wheel # AM30020.
  I went out to the warehouse and measured the overall width of the Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire with wheel, item # AM30020, and got 4-3/4 inches.
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• Deciding Between Trailer Tire and Larger Passenger Tire for New Camper
  I definitely recommend going with the 13 inch radial ply tire, assuming it is a special trailer tire. I am not sure why the manufacturer would offer or consider putting vehicle/passenger tires on the trailer, but this is not something we ever recommend. Special trailer tires (which will have "ST" in front of the tire size) feature a stiffer sidewall that is designed specifically to better support the weight of a loaded camper/trailer. Even if the passenger car tire is larger the smaller...
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• What is the Speed Rating for a Kenda 4.80/4.00-8 Bias Trailer Tire
  All of the trailer tires that we carry are rated for 65 miles per hour. Since a higher speed will produce more heat, it is not advised to go more than 65 on a trailer tire. Heat buildup is the main cause of tire failure. Trailer tires are made with a thicker sidewall to handle more vertical load. The thicker sidewall generates more heat. The faster a tire is spinning, the more friction there will be and that will lead to excess heat. I have included a link to our tire FAQ article for you.
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• Can Adding Larger Tires to a Trailer Increase Its Capacity
  I am glad you asked these questions. First, to tow a trailer level you need only a ball mount with the proper rise or drop. I have included a link to our FAQ article that explains how to measure for rise/drop and a link to our ball mount main page. For the tires, going to a higher capacity tire does not increase the capacity of the trailer itself. The trailer capacity is set by the axle capacity. There should be a plate or sticker on the trailer tongue or frame somewhere that lists the...
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• How Fast Can Trailer Travel on Highway
  Check the tires as they are normally the limiting factor in terms of overall speed. Most of the time they are only rated for 65 mph. If you can't find a speed rating on the tire you'd need to assume the rating is 65 mph and not exceed that figure as it will cause the tires to heat up and potentially fail. For more info on trailer tires check out the help article I attached on the subject. Also, be sure not to exceed the posted speed limit!
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• Does Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern Matter When Picking Out Replacement Tires
  Trailer tires are not wheel lug specific. As long as the size of the tire is correct for the wheel it would not matter what bolt pattern it has. I am not sure what tire size you have/need but I attached a link to a page that has all of the 12 inch trailer tires we offer. You can select from the filters on the page to show you only the size you need once that's determined or if you can get me the size that's on your sidewall I can help you pick out the best option as well.
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• What is the Difference Between High and Low Speed Rated Trailer Tires
  Most trailer tires are rated for 65 miles per hour. If there isn't a speed rating indicated on the tire, either an actual number or a letter code, then assume that it is rated for 65 miles per hour. Tire manufacturers test and rate the tires. I think Bridgestone says it best "To receive any kind of rating, a tire must demonstrate that it’s capable of sustaining a particular speed. Industry standards govern the process of reaching and maintaining a given speed during a test." We do have...
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• Does Tire on AM30020 Wheel/Tire Combo Use a Tube
  The 4.80/4.00-8 tire on the # AM30020 wheel/tire combo is indeed tubeless. The tire has a 590 lb per tire/1180 lb per axle weight rating. The tire is mounted on an 8 x 3-3/4 inch white powder coated wheel with a 5 on 4-1/2 inch bolt pattern. For further details, click the provided link for a product description video.
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• Can a Trailer with 4.80/4-8 Tires Travel at 50 to 65 MPH
  Your trailer hubs should be just fine for the speeds you listed of 50 to 65 mph. Just make sure the hubs have plenty of clean grease and you would be totally fine. If the tires seem unstable make sure they have the max PSI that the sidewall lists in them at all times. Trailer tires are designed to be run at their max PSI to ensure proper stability and wear.
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