Do RVs need special tires?
Get classy about your RV tires. If you drive a class A, B, or C rig, the tires you need are different than if you tow a travel trailer. For travel trailers, you’ll need special trailer (ST) tires. For class A, B, and C mobile homes, look to buy light truck (LT) tires.
What size are RV tires?
13 – 14 – 15 – 16 – 17.5 Inch Trailer Tire Sizing
| Letter Size | Metric Size | Rim Width Range |
|---|---|---|
| H78-14 J78-14 | 215/75-14 | 5-1/2, 6, 6-1/2, 7 |
| – | 8-14.5MH | 6 inch |
| F78-15 G78-15 | 205/75-15 | 5, 5-1/2, 6, 6-1/2 |
| H78-15 J78-15 | 225/75-15 | 5, 6, 6-1/2, 7 |
Can I put bigger tires on my motorhome?
You can add larger wheels and tires to a trailer as long as you have enough room for the larger size. Larger tires will typically have a higher weight rating. Tires with a higher weight rating will not increase the load carrying capacity of the trailer, so you will still be limited to the weight capacity of the axle.
What kind of tires should I put on my RV?
Since most Class B & C Motorhome are built on van or truck chassis, they will take a tire make for light trucks. Select Highway tires to get the smoothest ride and best mileage unless you are driving primarily off road and then you might consider an AT tire. Be sure to select 10 ply tires, which are ply rating “E”.
How do I choose an RV tire?
Load Capacity In order to properly manage the weight of your RV trailer, all tires must be identical in size and the combined capacity of the tires must equal or exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of the axle. In fact, the combined capacity of all of the tires should exceed the loaded trailer weight by 20 percent.
What does ST215 75R14 mean?
ST215/75R14 After ‘ST,’ you’ll see the numbers used to indicate your trailer tire’s size: 215, width in millimetres; 75, aspect ratio or ratio of height to width; R for radial construction; and 14 for rim diameter.
Why do RVs have such small tires?
RVs have small tires because a smaller tire means less intrusion into the undercarriage space and wheel wells (=more space for you inside). Because of this, the RV retains more stability as well. Another reason these tires are so small is likely due to manufacturers cutting costs by using smaller tires during assembly.
Can I put smaller tires on my camper?
Yes, you are able to put a smaller tire on the trailer to lower it, however there are a few things that you want to consider when choosing a smaller tire. According to my research the standard tires that are on your trailer are ST175/80R 13LRC tires with a 1360 pound capacity.
How big of a tire do I need for my RV?
If you’re shopping for RV tires 22.5, you likely drive one of the smaller types of RVs on the market as 22.5 RV tires are on the small end of the range. Many tires run upwards of 29 inches in diameter. Be sure to shop around!
What kind of tires do I need for a Class B RV?
Tires for Class B motorhomes, for example, are different than those for Class A motorhomes or even teardrop trailers. If you’re shopping for RV tires 22.5, you likely drive one of the smaller types of RVs on the market as 22.5 RV tires are on the small end of the range.
What kind of tires do I need for my country coach?
Their tires, like the M120Z, M124Z are truck tires, not RV Specific tires. But they must be good, as thet’s the tire that comes from the factory on Country Coach. Like Toyo and Goodyear (except G670), Michelin XZE’s are also truck tires, not motorhome-specific tires.
Which is better Bridgestone or michenlin RV tires?
Anyone ever notice that a 255/80 XRV at 105 psi and a Bridgestone 265/70 at 110 PSI have the same load rating, 5205 lbs? The XRV is 4+1 plys and the Brdgestone is 14 plys. Smaller tires and especially those with less plys usually have a lower load rating, except for those Michenlin XRV’s, they defy logic.