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…trucks because they're less expensive than tires with the proper C, D or E load ratings for their vehicles. But the bottom line is they don't possess enough load capacity. When it comes to buying winter tires with proper load for your large truck, it is important to remember that the rules still…
…the top spot. They come in both a heavy-duty load range E, and a standard load P-Metric version for 1/2 ton trucks and SUVs. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO Michelin LTX A/T2 Firestone Destination A/T For more information on tire load ratings, read "Load Range/Ply Rating Identifications."
…standard load, load range C, D and E but can support distinctly different loads and accept considerably different inflation pressures. Maximum Load: 2,271 lbs. Max. Inflation Pressure: 44 psi Load Range: SL Maximum Load: 2,205 lbs. Max. Inflation Pressure: 50 psi Load Range: C Maximum Load: 2,623…
…kPa)*** Load Range D (LRD) 65 psi (450 kPa)*** Load Range E (LRE) 80 psi (550 kPa)*** Load Range F (LRF) 95 psi (650 kPa)*** ***Industry standards specify selected large LT tire sizes be designed with reduced maximum load pressures P-metric tires used on passenger cars and station wagons are rated…
…LTX M/S2: * Highest-rated tire in the category * Available in a large number of sizes * 70,000-mile treadlife warranty * Large number of D/E load range options Firestone Destination LE 2: * Outstanding value * 60,000-mile treadlife warranty * Highest score in category for light snow traction…
…the letter load rating system. Load C = 6 Ply Rated, Load D = 8 Ply Rated, Load E = 10 Ply Rated, etc. Need help finding the load rating on your current tires? Read "Sidewall Markings." Looking for more details about the different load rating systems? Check out "Load Range/Ply Rating…
…have increased load capacity compared to the old Marathon Radial. * 205/75R14, 215/75R14 and 205/75R15 are now rated for load range D instead of load range C * 225/75R15 and 235/80R16 have been upgraded from load range D to load range E * A new 235/85R16 size is now available in load range E These…
…which maximum load is rated for popular P-metric and LT tires: Tire Load Ranges Inflation Pressure Assigned For 'Maximum Load' Ratings P-metric Light Load (LL) 35 psi Standard Load (SL) 35 psi Extra Load (XL) 41 psi Light Truck Load Range C (LRC) 50 psi Load Range D (LRD) 65 psi Load Range E (LRE)…
…or wider have their maximum loads and cold tire pressures rated at reduced maximum load pressures. LT-Metric, LT-Flotation and LT-Numeric Light Truck Tires Load Range Ply Rating Abbreviated Maximum Load Pressure B 4 B 35 psi (240 kPa)*** C 6 C 50 psi (350 kPa)*** D 8 D 65 psi (450 kPa)*** E 10 E 80…
…the tire's load index and speed rating. Service descriptions are required on all speed rated (except for Z-speed rated) tires manufactured since 1991. The first two digits (87S) represent the tire's load index and are followed by a single letter (87S) identifying the tire's speed rating. "Using a…
…modern term for load capacity ratings on heavy duty tires used on 3/4-ton and one-ton pickups and SUVs. * 2 ply = Standard Load * 4 ply = Extra Load * 6 ply = Load Range C * 8 ply = Load Range D * 10 ply = Load Range E For more information on this topic, take a look at "Load Range E 10 Ply…
…maximum speed. You can learn more about speed rating and the other letters and numbers on the sidewall of your tire in "How to Read Speed Rating, Load Index & Service Descriptions." Disclaimer: It is important to note that speed ratings only apply to tires that have not been damaged,…
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IF YOUR TRAILER IS LOADED LIGHTLY, THEN THESE ARE FINE.%3Cbr%3EIF YOUR TRAILER WEIGHT IS OVER 70 PERCENT OF THE RATED LOAD, THEN MOVE UP TO A D RATED TIRE. %3Cbr%3EI AM MOVING UP TO THE ENDURANCE.....THE ONLY TIRE MADE IN THE USA. MARATHONS HAVE THE WORDS %22MADE IN CHINA%22 RIGHT ON THE…
IF YOUR TRAILER IS LOADED LIGHTLY, THEN THESE ARE FINE.%3Cbr%3EIF YOUR TRAILER WEIGHT IS OVER 70 PERCENT OF THE RATED LOAD, THEN MOVE UP TO A D RATED TIRE. %3Cbr%3EI AM MOVING UP TO THE ENDURANCE.....THE ONLY TIRE MADE IN THE USA. MARATHONS HAVE THE WORDS %22MADE IN CHINA%22 RIGHT ON THE…
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