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Buying The Right Trailer Tires

There is a wrong perception that trailer tires are similar to car tires and this wrong opinion is the reason why many people trailer tires end up changing tires too soon and waste a lot of money.

Trailer tires and wheels are different than average car tires and that is why it is important to buy the right tires for your trailer.

There is no denying that a critical piece of equipment for any kind of trailer is the tires. Whether it is an enclosed cargo trailer, car hauler, utility trailer, or another type of trailer, it is imperative to use the right tire for the job to ensure that your equipment is safe and the ride is fully comfortable.

Needless to say, if you are using the right tires, your trailer's efficiency will increase, it will be more stable and pull better.

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Important Requirement to Consider Before Buying Trailer Tires

You have to keep in mind that there are different requirements for the tires on a trailer than the ones for the tires on a tow vehicle. Two of the most integral elements of a passenger car tire is:

  • Comfort: The comfort part is achieved by simply making the sidewalls of the tire soft enough so that they can easily flex under normal driving conditions.
  • Traction: The traction is needed for turning, acceleration, and braking.

Other key components of trailer tires that always need to be considered are inflation pressure and load range.

The ST (Special Trailer) tires are specifically engineered for heavier loads and run at higher inflation pressure as compared to passenger car tires.


ST (Special Trailer Tires) vs. Passenger Car (P) Tires

The ST tires are specifically designed for your trailer's requirements. In order to prevent your rig from swaying, these tires ST Trailer Tirehave stiff sidewalls.

Their heavy-duty capacity makes them more suitable for your trailer - these tires have 40% more load capacity as compared to Passenger car (P) tires and 10% more than LT tires.

Passenger car tires achieve comfort by softening the sidewalls of the tires (this also enables the sidewalls to flex).

Given the fact that many trailers have a higher center of gravity as compared to a typical tow vehicle, the sidewall flexing can be responsible for an increased trailer sway.

This is where ST tires prove to be very useful with their higher inflation pressure and stiffer sidewalls.

In addition, the polyester cords in ST tires are bigger as compared to an "LT" or "P" tire.

ST tires have steel cords that have greater tensile strength and larger diameter to easily meet the additional load requirements.

With that being said ST trailers tires are what you want to use on your trailer.

Also, be aware you need to do regular maintenance and check-ups on your trailer just like your vehicle.

So we have included some safety tips to make sure your tires are in top shape and you are driving safely.


Trailer Tire Safety Tips

  • Here are some tips that'll help in increasing the service life of your trailer tires and wheels:
  • Maintain the right trailer tire pressure
  • Prevent contamination of the internal rubber valve by keeping a cap on the valve stem
  • You need to know about the maximum load for the tires of your trailer. Make sure that you do not overload tires of your trailer (extra weight increases the chances of a flat tire because more weight creates more heat)
  • You need to get the right size of the tires of your trailer
  • Check the tires monthly for any sidewall cracks, air loss, signs of damage, or irregular tread wear patterns
  • Have the tires inspected once in a year
  • Always have a spare tire
  • Regardless of the tread wear, it is best to replace tires every 3-5 years


Conclusion

All in all, it is fair to say that ST tires provide a better pull and smoother ride to the trailers as compared to other tires.

That is why at NC Trailers we have ST trailer tires for sale.

If you need assistance buying loose tires, wheels, or tire & wheel assemblies for your trailer please don't hesitate to give us a call at 336-203-8479.

https://www.nctrailers.com/parts-cargo-trailers-dealership--parts

About the Author

Hi, I’m Johnny Shelton with NC Trailers, the #1 rated trailer dealer in the Carolinas. With over 300 trailers in stock, we’ve proudly served contractors, adventure seekers, and everyone in between since 1996. Having sold and serviced over 10,000 trailers, we’re grateful for the trust our customers have placed in us. We’re committed to using our experience to help you succeed in all your trailer and towing needs. Let’s thrive together!

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12:41 13 Apr 25
Nctrailers Team are awesome !!! Sam the sales representative was very helpful on the phone and when I should up on site. Shanice with my contract. Tammy explaining each process during the DMV registration and paperwork. Ryan was very patient in the pouring rain preparing and getting me connected to the truck and doing the safety checks 5 times to make sure no issues. Thanks nctrailers of Thomasville for professionalism and attention to detail. I definitely be seeing you guys in a few months for a car trailer .
Desiree B.
18:02 12 Apr 25
Had the pleasure of buying our first trailer for our new business from them this weekend. And let me say I can’t say enough about this company. From the first call with Donna, till we drove off the lot hooked up, they were absolutely amazing! Their inventory is intensive yes, but the customer service is extraordinary! Our purchase experience start with a transfer to Zach who was welcoming and extremely knowledgeable! Shancie took care of the financing and made everything so easy and simple, and Tammy was fast with our paperwork! Noah and Ryan went above and beyond for the install and hookup of all the accessories we choose! These folks are the best around and hire the most wonderful crew! Highly recommend them for any trailer purchase or service needs!
Mitch O.
12:47 12 Apr 25
I would like to take a minute and recognize several people at NC trailers. From the start it was Zach & Sam in sales which went above and beyond the process of helping me pick the correct trailer and helping me complete all necessary paperwork when I was literally 1800 miles away driving down the road.

Shanice in financing made financing the trailer simple and quick, and behind the scenes Tammy in tag/title department was doing her magic so it all came together as one cohesive unit the day of picking the trailer up.

Speaking of picking up the trailer, Ryan & Noah truly went above and beyond expectations working in the pouring rain, while not compromising standards of making sure everything went smoothly and that I was hooked up correctly while taking the time to fully go over every aspect of the trailer and how to hook and unhook the trailer.

Tyler in Service & Parts was very helpful with information regarding the Gooseneck hitch for my next trailer.

Thank you to each Team member of NC trailers. I HIGHLY recommend this company to anyone needing a trailer.

So, if you need any type of trailer, accessory or even a repair, NC trailers should be your First and only stop. They truly make you feel like Family and the trailers are rated top in the Industry and priced very reasonably.

Head on over to NC trailers and get your trailer today. Tell them Mitch with a “M” not a “B” sent you, and you should receive an extra smile or two.
Anthony T.
21:34 10 Apr 25
Awesome place to do business!
Shaun O.
04:19 09 Apr 25
I have to say I had great experience with the staff at NCtrailers in Thomasville, NC. The staff up there were amazing. I had the pleasure of being David’s first sale for his new career dealing in this type of equipment. He has had many years in sales and it shows but he decided to venture into a new atmosphere of sales. Working through the contract side of things Shanice was very thorough and was able to give me all the details I needed. She was so inviting and made you feel comfortable through would could be a stressful process.

Tammy was a sweetheart with the tag and title paper work and talked me through all the necessary links and info I would need to setup the last little bit of info.

Ryan and Noah had me all hooked up and ready to go and even took the time to help me find a short in my connection on my truck so I would be comfortable knowing all the lights and everything worked properly on the new trailer.

All in all I had a great experience with the entire staff from parts to sales to service. I will most definitely be recommending them to anyone I know for their trailer needs.

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Conard B.
14:22 07 Mar 25
The staff was very helpful and motivated I went back and forth with two trailers figuring prices and add ons they were very patient and provide me with two different layouts for two different prices. I finally made my decision. I would highly recommend for your next trailer go too NC trailer sales.
Keith B.
02:54 07 Feb 25
After searching many sites, I settled on calling NC Trailers of Thomasville, NC. Zach was very helpful over the phone answering my questions. After I decided on a trailer I drove 3 1/2 hours to arrive at their location only 30 minutes before they closed. They didn’t mind my late arrival or staying to complete the sale. I changed my mind on the trailer I wanted and Shaun was very quick to redo all the paperwork for the sale. Noah was also helpful in going over the trailer with me and answering questions I had. And thank you Tammy for saving me a trip to NCDMV, at NC Trailers they can do your DMV registration and you leave with tags already installed. The trailer pulled smoothly all the home.
Jenny D
00:33 11 Dec 24
Tyler at NC trailers was knowledgeable, helpful & communicated well. Tyler made getting the replacement part I needed hassle free. Thanks again!
Stephen J.
18:46 09 Dec 24
What a great place to purchase a trailer!! Such a huge inventory and very competitive pricing. My sales representative was Zach and he really went over the top to satisfy what I wanted. Shaun handled my contract and was super efficient as with Tammy, who handled my DMV paperwork. Many thumbs up to this great group!!
Thanks so very much!!
Frederick H.
10:06 07 Dec 24
Bought a Landscaping trailer from them 5 years ago. Great trailer! They service and have parts in stock! Went and seen Tyler for parts the other day and he's very knowledgeable and friendly. Would recommend these guys to anyone! Dec 2024 Update: This is my second review. Lol. I some new HD axles installed on a trailer back in the spring and they are holding up GREAT! Thanks Tyler again for your sales work and Wes for an amazing flawless install! Great knowledgeable crew here!
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03:44 07 Dec 24
This company was great! Zach showed us great options, and helped us pick the perfect trailer for our needs. Shawn explained all of the extra packages we could add to it, and finalized the contract. Tammy did a great job at making sure we had our title, tag,and registration taken care of. And, Ryan and Noah got us hooked up and ready to go. Because they have an on-site parts and service department they were able to install the needed brake controller the our truck wasn't equipped with. Wonderful place. Will definitely recommend!
william C.
20:34 27 Nov 24
This is my second Trailer I bought from NC Trailers. Everyone that helped me went above and beyond with their service.
Sales- Shancie
Finance- Shawn
DMV/paperwork- Tammy
Hookup-Ryan & Noah.
Their Service department helped me out a week later too.

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