Tire load rating recommendations

[jamezz]

My 88 K5 has 3/4 ton axles with E rated 285/12/16 tires. I'm curious what rated tire most people use on their trucks. I won't be towing or loading it up. I'm looking to go 35s and want something with a bit more give like C's but not sure if that's the best way to go. Also, is there a brand that might have a softer ride?

 

[muddybuddy]

Most offroad tires are C i believe. D or E is available in common sizes and generally bit more expensive.

In a blazer, C’s should be fine

 

[CT-BLAZER]

From the Factory they were B. Rated - it smoothe the harsh ride.

Still have my original spare..... will post image of specs.

Have E rated tires on Ram 2500 Cummins... the ride is harsh.... couldn't imagine them on a short wheelbase vehicle.

 

[Wes Harden]

If you can find c in 35 go for it.
I have 33 in a d, on a k20 burb. I do tow a bit and it's heavy to start with. I didn't go e because of the ride.

 

[cheavyk10]

I run 37" load range C Toyo's on my K10 on one tons, and its fine. Truck weighs in around 6300 lbs. Note that tire construction is an important consideration, as a quality off road tire will be quite beefy. These 37's are heavy!

 

[Blue85]

Yeah, go with the lighter rating unless it's a tow rig. You can run an 80psi max tire at 40psi because you're at half the weight rating, but it will still be stiff.

There are less low-rated tires in bigger sizes though, just because a bigger tire inherently can carry more weight at the same pressure.

 

[Holey76 - Square Nut]

My 88 K5 has 3/4 ton axles with E rated 285/12/16 tires. I'm curious what rated tire most people use on their trucks. I won't be towing or loading it up. I'm looking to go 35s and want something with a bit more give like C's but not sure if that's the best way to go. Also, is there a brand that might have a softer ride?

If you run 35's you could reduce air pressure and chalk em. Go for a ride and see where the chalk is wearing off, to determine how low you can get away with.