Small Truck Tires vs Tires Made for RV's

[DebDeb]

We are looking at new tires for our Reflection. Some of our friends have purchased Small Truck tires instead of tires made for RV's. Could someone help me with the pros/cons of one over the other? Thanks!

[Keebler]

Good article: http://www.rvtiresafety.net/2018/02/...-new-load.html

[Second Chance]

If you use the search function to the upper right, I think you'll find that this topic has been discussed many times. You can find some good threads with lots of information in them.

I assume you meant LT or "Light Truck" tires. There is no class called "small truck" tire, as far as I know. Carefully read the article in the link that Keebler posted. Keep in mind that there are significant design differences between LT (Light Truck) and ST (Special Trailer) tires - and there are reasons for this. One of the main differences is sidewall construction, strength and stiffness. Tires on a dual axle trailer are subjected to much more lateral force (affecting the sidewalls) during turns than are tires on passenger cars or light trucks. There is also the concern about load capacity (as explained in the article in the link).

Opinions are like certain parts of the human anatomy... everybody has one. If you search any of the RV forums, you will find those who say they would run nothing but LT tires on their towable RV - and many have done so for years. My opinion falls on the other side of that fence. I recommend a good-quality ST (Special Trailer) tire of the proper dimensions and with enough extra load capacity to be safe. Finally, no matter what tire you choose, it's no better than the care given to proper inflation, maintenance and regular inspection.

Rob

[WhittleBurner]

Watch the tires on a dual axle when backing up one time. They will look like the tire will roll right off the rim. First time you see it you will cringe.

[Paul & Deb]

Well my Bridgestone LT tires have more miles on them then most people here have even towed their trailers and they have performed flawlessly. I'm guessing somewhere over 40,000 miles. That being said, I am about to put new tires on because the outside shoulders are pretty worn (from the tight turning as mentioned above). I would be replacing with the same tires but unfortunately Bridgestone doesn't make the Duravis R250 anymore. My next tire will be a Sailun.