Trailer tire feedback wanted

[LandCruiserPhil]

Im in the middle of a trailer build and was looking for some feedback on my tire choice. My trailer is very light, fully loaded under 700lbs, so weight has been a big driving force on my tire selection. I want a tire that is soft enough when aired down will have some flex at my weight. The tire specifications meets my design needs. Just looking for anyone with real experiences on this tire before I pull the trigger?

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Coker Tire, Firestone Military NDCC, 700-15, Bias Ply, Blackwall

• Asymmetrical Tread Pattern No
• Directional No
• DOT-Approved Yes
• Tire Weight 27lbs.
• Section Width 7.80 in.
• Sidewall Style Blackwall
• Tire Construction Bias-ply
• Tire Diameter 29.50 in.
• Tire Size 700-15
• Tread Ply Nylon Quantity 6
• Tube Required Yes
• Wheel Diameter 15 in.

[Black_ZJ]

Why not just go with a standard 30x9.50 BFG A/T or other quality A/T's on the market? Military trailer tires are very stiff and made for heavier loads.

[LandCruiserPhil]

Why not just go with a standard 30x9.50 BFG A/T or other quality A/T's on the market? Military trailer tires are very stiff and made for heavier loads.

I considered the BFG but looking at the specs the 7.00-15 still looks like the winner. The BFG is too wide, heavier, and cost 40% more. Being a lighter, bias ply nylon tire with a lower load rating it should be softer, yes?
I have looked at a lot of tires in this size range and keep coming back to the 7.00x15

Tire size------7.00-15-------9.50x30
Max load-----1720----------1985
Rec Rim------5.5-----------6.5-8.5
Tire width----7.80----------9.50
Tire height---29.50---------29.50
Tire weight---27-----------38
Thread------16/32--------16/32
Inflation---- 45psi---------50psi
Ply---------6-ply nylon----3-ply poly

[Black_ZJ]

I have been doing on and off-road motorsports for 14 years and ran BFG's 90% of the time with ZERO issues, so I speak from experience and believe in doing things right the first time, good luck!

[stevec]

I have the 6.00x16 4-ply NDT's on one of my LJ10's, and my stepdad has the same on his LJ20. When they were brand new, I could pull the valve stems and drive around on them, but they do soften up after a few hundred miles. I now run them down to 2-4psi on the trail, where they squat nicely. For on-road driving, I run them at 16psi and they ride nice and smooth.

For reference, a stock LJ10 weighs about 1300#, so this should be similar to your <700# trailer (since only two tires vs. four). You can play with tire pressures, but I expect it'll be similar to mine - just remember it'll take a few miles for them to get "broken in."

I think a 30x9.50 tire would be overkill - you're better off with a P235/75R15; slightly smaller, but cheaper, lighter and softer.

[LandCruiserPhil]

Not questioning the BFG tire we had them as a tire sponsor on our Trophy truck and the other 2 classes I have raced in the past but, that does not make them the tire of choice in every situation. I do thank you for your input and experience.

[LandCruiserPhil]

I have the 6.00x16 4-ply NDT's on one of my LJ10's, and my stepdad has the same on his LJ20. When they were brand new, I could pull the valve stems and drive around on them, but they do soften up after a few hundred miles. I now run them down to 2-4psi on the trail, where they squat nicely. For on-road driving, I run them at 16psi and they ride nice and smooth.

For reference, a stock LJ10 weighs about 1300#, so this should be similar to your <700# trailer (since only two tires vs. four). You can play with tire pressures, but I expect it'll be similar to mine - just remember it'll take a few miles for them to get "broken in."

I think a 30x9.50 tire would be overkill - you're better off with a P235/75R15; slightly smaller, but cheaper, lighter and softer.

Thank you! Just the kind of positive feedback I was hoping for

[Hilldweller]

What's the speed rating on the military tire?

I put tires/wheels to match my Jeep at first, as much for interchange possibilities as for speed.
Just sayin' that you don't want to be limited to 55 mph by your trailer's tires.

[LandCruiserPhil]

What's the speed rating on the military tire?

I put tires/wheels to match my Jeep at first, as much for interchange possibilities as for speed.
Just sayin' that you don't want to be limited to 55 mph by your trailer's tires.

Excellent question, never thought about.

I could not find any specs on speed rating anywhere. So I just called Coker Tire and the 587117 tire has a "P" speeding rating of 93MPH. Hard to imagine anyone taking this tire to 93MPH.

Thanks for thinking about the safety side.

[Hilldweller]

Excellent question, never thought about.

I could not find any specs on speed rating anywhere. So I just called Coker Tire and the 587117 tire has a "P" speeding rating of 93MPH. Hard to imagine anyone taking this tire to 93MPH.

Thanks for thinking about the safety side.

Cool.
I figured them to be an L or unrated.

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