Can car tyres be used on a caravan?
A single axle caravan will, generally speaking, need to be able to cope with a higher load than a car, so a van tyre may be more appropriate. Dual axle caravans spread their load more evenly, so each tyre does less work, but in turn, the caravan may be heavier.
What is the law with caravan tyres?
The law in relation to caravan tyres simply says that tyres must be capable of carrying the gross load of the caravan and have a tread depth of no less than 1.6mm across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre and around the entire circumference. You also need to keep an eye on the tyre’s pressure, too.
What tyres do you put on a caravan?
There are three types of tyre pattern used on 4WDs — Highway Terrain (H/T), All-Terrain (A/T) and Mud-Terrain (M/T) tyres and three types of tyre construction Passenger, Commercial and Light Truck. Caravans tend to come with Commercial tyres, A/Ts or M/Ts.
What PSI should caravan tyres be?
The tyre pressure should be around 42psi, depending on the load in your van and your specific RV as some smaller vans can run at a lower psi. The recommended minimum psi is 35psi.
Is there a difference between caravan tyres and car tyres?
There is no basic difference between a car tyre and a caravan tyre. Both can be either cross-ply or radial-ply, but it is illegal to mix the two on the same axle. The load index and speed rating also have a significant bearing.
Is it law to change caravan tyres every 5 years?
This can be done by examining the DOT (date of manufacture) code found on the tyre sidewall. Caravan tyres need regular replacement, even if they look like they’re in good condition – The Caravan Club recommend changing them every five years and should never be used when more than seven years old.
How do you date caravan tyres?
How to tell the age of a tyre. All tyres are marked with a coded date of manufacture usually located in a ‘window’ on the tyre sidewall. The first two digits represent the week of manufacture and the second two the year. The numbers may be preceded with letters as here.
Can I put bigger tyres on my caravan?
If you’ve got the right set of tyres, your towing can be much better. You’ll use less fuel and fly across sand and highway roads. But only if the tyres are right. Bigger tyres leave a bigger footprint, which is great for traction, and they will be less likely to dig down into soft terrain.
Are caravan tyres different to car tyres?
How often should you replace tyres on a caravan?
every 5 years
Generally speaking, trailer and caravan tyres should be replaced every 5 years. Even if the tyres appear to be in good condition they should be double checked by a professional who will be able to inspect for hidden damage and ensure they are functioning at their best.
How do I tell what year my caravan tyres are?
Check the Age Caravan Tyres This information can be found very easily and quickly. On the sidewall of each caravan tyre the age of the tyre is represented in the DOT code. This is a series of numbers, of which the 4 last digits represent the age of the tyre. In the example below the last four digits are 3909.
What sizes do our caravan tyres come in?
Our Caravan Tyre range includes all popular sizes for both mobile and static units. These brand new replacements incorporate the special load and speed ratings recommended by the Caravan Club in UK and Ireland. Popular sizes include, 165R13C, 175R13C, 175R14C, 185R14C and 195/70R14 amongst many others.
What is the lifespan of a caravan tyre?
Caravan tyre ageing. Regardless of use or mileage, all tyres have a lifespan. Even a caravan tyre never driven on will deteriorate over time. Natural ageing of the composite materials that form tyres occur from day one and it is widely recommended that caravan tyres should be replaced at 5 years old.
Can VanVan tyres be fitted to motorhomes and campers?
Van tyres can also be fitted to motorhomes and campers but it’s important to make sure the tyre you have selected has a suitable load index to manage the increased vehicle weight. Depending on the size of your motorhome, we may be able to fit your tyres at one of our larger centres.
Where can I Change my caravan tyres in the UK?
With a huge range of cheap caravan tyres available – and the real benefit of convenient mobile caravan tyre fitting on your doorstep, each year our fully trained technicians change countless caravan tyres at our customers’ UK properties, so book your appointment today. For further help or to order caravan tyres, call us on 0800 42 52 62.