Are Load Range D good for towing?

Registered. I've had good luck with Load D range Nitto's (285's). Got around 42k on this set here, and have towed a considerable distance without ever overloading them or the truck. 6,500 lbs should be fine, in my experience.

What load range tire is best for towing?

To be completely safe when towing with your truck, you will need 10 Ply or Load Range E tires. The best 10 Ply tires for towing should be capable of at least 3,000 lbs of weight per tire and do it while giving you safe driving experience with a high amount of grip and traction.

Is Load Range D better than E?

Expert Reply: Load range D has a capacity of 1,220 lbs at 65 psi, whereas load range E has a capacity of 1,520 lbs at 80 psi. Basically the only difference between the two is the weight capacity.

Is Load Range D better than C?

Expert Reply: The difference between an load range C and load range D tire in the same size is the capacity and psi rating. The two tires will still have the same dimensions and fit on the same wheel. The D rated tire has a higher capacity.

What does D rating mean on tires?

The D is the designation for the internal construction of the tire. The D stands for diagonal or bias ply construction. That means the tire body plies inside the tire will crisscross. The 15 is the wheel diameter in inches and the C after the tire size will designate the load range.

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What load range tire do I need for my truck?

How to Determine Tire Load Capacity. To roughly determine the load range capacity for each individual tire, take the vehicle's gross weight and divide by four. If the vehicle gross weight is 4,500 pounds, each tire should be able to safely support at least 1,125 pounds.

Do load range F tires ride rough?

Typically, an F rated tire will ride a bit worse than an E rated tire, but there are some exceptions. Load range refers generally to a side ply rating, while load index refers to a tire's weight rating.

Do 10 ply tires ride rougher?

Yes, it will. The other downside is 10-plies are substantially heavier, which will drop your fuel mileage (you're going from low 40s lbs/tire to mid 50s). There are a fair number of P-metric 275/60R20s out there (with the Defender LTX M/S being one of the best options).

What's the best speed rating for tires?

As manufacturers developed bigger and better tires, it became necessary to regulate performance at standardized speeds to ensure safety. The "Limited V" category of 250 km/h (149 mph) was then created, and eventually the "Z" speed rating was added as the top speed rating.

Do I need 10 ply tires?

Understanding the tire ply rating system helps you understand how your tires support the weight of your vehicle (called load range or load index). If you drive a ¾ ton, one ton or even larger pickup or SUV (or haul a trailer) then you require 10-ply tires.

Do tires matter when towing?

You need specific tires for towing because the wrong tires may deform under the weight. When you tow something with the wrong tires, they can lose their shape, which can cause a flat tire or blowout. Performance.

Can I tow with 8 ply tires?

That may not sound like much, but the 8 ply tire is much better in overall towing performance. It holds up to the stresses better. The sideway is also stiffer, I think these have 3 ply sidewalls, which also holds up better. Truck manufacturers really should never put passenger tires on any full-size truck.

Are 4 ply tires good for towing?

This means that a 4-ply tire is your standard run-of-the-mill passenger car tire that is designed for lightweight vehicles which are not intended for hauling or towing purposes.

Are LT tires better for towing?

In general, yes LT (Light Truck) tires are designed for heavy towing and feature heavier body plies, bigger beads, more tread depth and an overall heavy-duty design made for higher inflation pressures for heavier loads.

Is a higher load rating better?

The load rating can be located on the sidewall of all tyres and is represented by a numerical value. The higher the load rating number, the stronger the tyre. Tyres with a higher load rating can take a greater amount of air pressure, which means they can also carry heavier loads.

What load range is a 6 ply tire?

For example, a C Load Range specifies that a tire is equivalent to a 6-ply construction tire.

What is the difference between D and R on trailer tires?

The difference between the two trailer tire sizes is that the letter D in the first size you listed ST205/75D15 stands for bias ply and the letter R in the tire size that they put on your vehicle stands for radial.

What does the D mean in a trailer tire?

The D indicates that the tire is a diagonal bias ply construction and the R indicates that the tire is a radial tire construction. Beyond the size and type, there are load ranges for tires. Most trailer tires are load range B, C or D.

Can I mix R and D tires?

Expert Reply: It's fine to use a radial-type tire as a spare (a tire with "r" in its size code) with a trailer that has Bias ply "d" tires but for a short distance in the event of a flat tire. But mixing tires is not recommended for everyday use because their internal construction is different.

Are 12 ply tires good for towing?

Load Range F can also be classified as 12 Ply tire. These Load Range F tires have a maximum load index of 95 PSI and are the perfect choice of tire for towing very large trailers and trucks.

Which is better 6 ply or 8 ply tires?

Actually the 6 ply will last longer than the 8 ply. The reason is the extra size of the body plies in a trailer tire will actually produce more heat while rolling than a 6 ply rated tire. I definately recommend radila and not bias ply construction. Radial tires wear much better.

Are 6 ply tires good for off-road?

6 ply is not the requirement for a rugged off-road tire. The most common off-road tire failure in is the sidewall - cuts and punctures by rocks, trees and brush, etc. In fact a 6 ply truck tire will typically provide an unduly stiff ride on a [light-weight] Jeep.