I'm due for some new tires. A friend of mine just gave me a brand new set of Bridgestone Duelers 285/75/16 Load range C.

Is it a bad move to put these on my truck. I usually don't carry much weight at all, but on occasion, pull a fertilizer spreader with 3-5 tons.

I've always run BFG AT's in the past, 295's and currently 315's

Thanks!!

 

Look at the max weight for each tire and decide for yourself. I personally have load range D tires and that is the lowest I want to go. E tires are usually inflated to 80 psi, D tires to between 50-65 depending on size. I think C tires would have a pretty good bulge and ride hot for the most part, but then again, I'm an amateur....

 

My 95 2500 4x2 wore out a set of Michelis that were load range 'C', without an issue.
This truck had 'E's on it and next set will be 'd's. They are too stiff for my back.

 

Sheriffav8tr and I agree on this. I went with "D" range tires of good quality for my latest set and am happy with them and they are rated for much more weight than I carry or pull. Since I went up one size they weren't available as an "E" so this was what I faced. The tire dealer explained the load rating and it works out. On a set of "C" range tires you may be close to maxed up front because of the weight of the engine.

Kurt

 

Ive noticed that 'C' range wear faster.
But if he gave them too ya, Cant go wrong there.

 

E rating only way to go!

 

Personally I would not go less than D with the weight of our front ends. D is what I use and I am very happy. If I towed all of the time then I would go with E, but I hear they ride stiffer.

 

Liability is a big issue. Thats why most all reputable tire dealers wont install anything but an E rated tire. Going with a D or C could be a bad mistake if ever in an accident. Myself I will stick with the E rated tires. These trucks have a lot of nose weight.