Speed Rating of Malone EcoLight Trailer MAL53FR
Question:
I noticed in the product description for the MAL53FR trailer that the wheels which come standard on it are 8inch High-speed, 5-Lug, galvanized steel wheels have DOT-approved tires. Is it possible to upgrade to 13inch or 14inch wheels and tires? Should I purchase one of these trailers, it has to travel at least 6,000 miles/year on interstate highways. Thanks in advance for your assistance.
asked by: Doug H
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Expert Reply:
Malone's EcoLight Trailer # MAL53FR is configured with 8-inch wheels and tires, size 4.80/4.00-8, which are 16-inches in overall diameter. These tires and the trailer itself are rated for highway driving up to 70-mph with the trailer loaded to its full capacity of 275-lbs. Towing a trailer at higher speeds than this is not recommended.
Tires in 13-inch size ST175/80-13, like # AM31994, are 50% larger, 24-inches overall diameter, and would not fit on this trailer.
expert reply by: Adam R
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Karrier ST175/80R13 Radial Trailer Tire with 13" Galvanized Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range D
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Radial Tire
- Load Range D
- 175/80-13
- 13 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Galvanized
- Boat Trailer Wheels
- Kenda
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Malone EcoLight Sport Trailer - 58" Crossbars - 400 lbs
- Trailers
- Roof Rack on Wheels
- Crossbar Style
- 14 Feet Long
- 400 lbs
- 4-1/2W x 11L Foot
- Galvanized Steel
- Malone
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