Light Truck

A light truck tire is designed for vehicles like pickup trucks, SUVs, and vans, balancing on-road performance with off-road capability. Typically ranging from 15 to 20 inches in rim diameter, these tires feature robust construction with reinforced sidewalls to handle heavier loads and rougher conditions than passenger car tires. They often have aggressive tread patterns for enhanced traction on gravel, mud, or snow, with deeper grooves and sipes for grip. Load ratings are higher, commonly in the C, D, or E range, supporting payloads up to 3,000–4,000 pounds per tire. Common types include all-season, all-terrain, and mud-terrain, each tailored for specific driving needs—highway comfort, mixed surfaces, or extreme off-road use. Durability, puncture resistance, and stability under towing or hauling are key characteristics.