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…65 psi Load Range: D Maximum Load: 3,042 lbs. Max. Inflation Pressure: 80 psi Load Range: E As you can see, the load carrying capability of the tires varies greatly and is designed to meet the needs of the heavier 3/4- and 1-ton axle weights when you get into load ranges D and E. Meeting the load…
…with exceptionally poor road conditions * Tow or carry heavy loads on a daily basis When driving a heavier truck or van (250, 350, 2500 or 3500), you must use an LT rated tire with a load range E. For some 3/4 ton vehicles a load range D will also work. You may have heard of "10 Ply" or…
…frame. If drivers suspect their load nears/exceeds the GVWR, it requires a trip to a public scale to weigh the loaded trailer. If found overloaded, it is necessary to reduce the load in the trailer. If drivers are considering upgrading their tires to a heavier load range that allows higher inflation…
…multiple load ranges. The appropriate load range is identified immediately following the size's rim diameter in Tire Rack's descriptions. ST-metric sized special trailer service tires will be branded with their load range (load range D or LRD) on their sidewalls and list their appropriate load range…
…tires with a maximum branded load rating of 1,874 lbs. for use on a car is only rated to carry 1,705 lbs. when used on a trailer. Comparing the load capacities of a pair of tires of the same dimensions fitted to a single axle trailer, ST 225/75R15 Load Range C-sized tires inflated to their…
…equivalent load capacity. A tire with a lower load index than the Original Equipment tire indicates the tire does not equal the load capacity of the original. Typically, the load indexes of the tires used on passenger cars and light trucks range from 70 to 126. Load Index Pounds Kilograms Load Index…
…applications have two "Max Load" ratings branded on the tire's sidewall. This is because the load capacity rating of a tire serving duty in a "single" application is greater than the exact same tire being used in a "dual" application. For example, a LT235/85R16 Load Range E tire is rated to carry…
…pickup truck, minivan, etc) the tire's max load must be reduced by 9%. It is always best to stay with the vehicle manufacturer's recommended load range even if you don't plan to carry a lot of weight. Our website will filter out the incorrect load range options when you enter your vehicle prior to…
…Marks How Do I Compare Price vs. Value? How to Install Your Tire & Wheel Package How to Read Speed Rating, Load Index & Service Descriptions Hydroplaning: the Role Tires Play Load Range / Ply Rating Identification Manufacturer Tire Aging / Service Life Bulletins Match Mounting to Enhance Tire…
…and carry more weight. Each load range has an assigned air pressure identified in pounds per square inch (psi) at which the tire's maximum load is rated. Listed below are the air pressures at which maximum load is rated for popular P-metric and LT tires: P-Metric Passenger Vehicle Tires Load Ranges…
…engineers are required to specify Euro- or P-metric sized tires rated to carry 10% more weight than would be required if they were used on a passenger car. This is the equivalent of taking the tire's load capacity branded on its sidewall and dividing it by 1.1. For example, a Euro- or P-metric…
…battery power, battery age) * Impacts per second * Size of internal hammers * Possible use of additional adapters * Socket size, weight, length * Operator grip strength * Weight of the impact * Applied angle during use Attempting to fully tighten hardware with impact guns/torque sticks also prevents…
…passenger tire has a very specific load range, but when it comes to light truck tires, load ranges are given in ascending alphabetical order. The closer to the back of the alphabet, the more air pressure the tire will need. And that, of course, means the more weight the tires can carry. When you…
…pressure and carry more weight. Each load range has an assigned air pressure identified in pounds per square inch (psi) at which the tire's maximum load is rated. Listed below are the air pressures at which maximum load is rated for popular P-metric and LT tires: Tire Load Ranges Inflation Pressure…
…Marks How Do I Compare Price vs. Value? How to Install Your Tire & Wheel Package How to Read Speed Rating, Load Index & Service Descriptions Hydroplaning: the Role Tires Play Load Range / Ply Rating Identification Manufacturer Tire Aging / Service Life Bulletins Match Mounting to Enhance Tire…
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