superduty tire question load range D
#1
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superduty tire question load range D
I'm looking to upgrade to a F250 or F350 this year and doing my research I have run across a tire question that I haven't been able to find a definite answer to here or elsewhere on the internet. I'm considering going to a larger tire and I'm confused about the Load Range letter rating system. If I go to a larger tire that has a higher load capacity, say a D tire rated to 3525lbs instead of a E tire rated to 3195, is this acceptable or is there something I'm missing. Nearest I can tell the E rated tire just has a stiffer sidewall which might cut down on sway or offer better protection off road. Any clarity you can offer would be greatly appreciated.
Last edited by Treiz; 01-23-2020 at 10:04 PM.
#2
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I can't give you a technical answer, only my opinion. But I'd stick with an "E" rated tire on an F250 or F350 if I actually planned to haul or tow heavier loads. This is my reasoning. The P series tires that come from the factory on most 1/2 ton trucks are rated for far more weight than the trucks will carry. But anyone who has actually towed or hauled near the max loads knows that E series tires work better.
A "D" rated tire is going to be rated for the same weight as a P series tire if in the same size and brand. If you aren't going to be pushing the limits on weight the "D" rated tires may work just as well.
A "D" rated tire is going to be rated for the same weight as a P series tire if in the same size and brand. If you aren't going to be pushing the limits on weight the "D" rated tires may work just as well.
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I'm not planning to tow heavy, I just need a truck that meets my performance requirements. I was planning to build a Tundra or a F150 but by the time I have added the mods I plan to do, there's little payload left for me to work with.