What are the Best Tires for Your Sierra or Silverado for Towing?
Aug 11, 2024 - 2 minute read
Towing is an important factor when people look into buying a truck. Whether you are looking to tow a boat, horse trailer, cars, or maybe you own a lawn care or construction business, having the right truck with the correct preparations can save you lots of time and headaches in the future. The Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra are both excellent trucks when it comes to towing and have lots of modern technology and features that make it easier than ever to tow.
What Is A Load Index?
When purchasing towing tires for your Sierra or Silverado, there are a number of key factors you should consider, as the tires can and will make a big difference. For instance, most people aren’t fully aware that tires have a load index that dictates how much weight can be on the tires when properly inflated. Most 1500 trucks will have standard load tires, which in the case of the Silverado and Sierra is going to have a load index of roughly 114, corresponding to each tire being able to carry 2,601 lbs of weight when correctly inflated. If you are carrying or towing heavier loads, you should buy tires that can handle that task, such as extra load tires.
What Is LT, HT, And AT?
When shopping for tires, you may see LT, HT, or AT, which stand for light truck tires, highway tires, and all-terrain tires, respectively. All three types of tires can handle towing duties with relative ease.
How Do I Know What I Need?
How do you know what type of load index your truck tires need? In your owner’s manual and on the inside of your driver's door, you will find information showing what GM recommends for your tires, the correct PSI for your tires, and the like. The tires you buy should either meet or exceed that recommendation; you should never buy lesser tires.
Is One Type of Tire Better Than The Other
So, with this understanding, what are the best types of tires for your towing habits? Well, it depends. If you are towing a camper, any LT, HT, or AT tires will work well. The load index depends on how heavy your trailer is and how much weight you will be carrying in your Chevy or GMC.
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