Free Country Set of 2 Premium Trailer Tires ST235/80R16 Radial 10PR Load Range E w/Side Scuff Guard

Fast shipping and a good looking tire! I like the idea of the scuff guard on the sidewalls, looks like they can take a beating. They balanced excellent and handle the load of my Jeep excellent.

Great tires still good not much wear

great tire and quick delivery

Great tires at a great price, trailer pulls very good and smooth ride.

As someone who’s towed everything from utility trailers loaded with landscaping gear to a camper across state lines, I’ve learned that trailer tires are non-negotiable for safety—especially when you’re hauling heavy loads at highway speeds. Free Country tires caught my eye as an affordable alternative to big-name brands like Goodyear Endurance or Carlisle, often priced under $100 per tire in common sizes like ST205/75R15 (Load Range D or E). They’re widely available on Amazon, Walmart, and eBay, marketed as heavy-duty radials with features like scuff guards for sidewall protection and deeper treads (up to 9/32”) for better wet traction. But do they deliver on value, or are they just cheap for a reason? After digging into user experiences and specs, here’s my take. Pros: Where They Shine • Bang for Your Buck: At roughly half the cost of premium trailer tires, Free Country is a no-brainer for light-to-moderate use. One RV owner raved about driving 14,500 miles round-trip from Georgia to Alaska on a set without a single issue, noting they handled the wear surprisingly well for the price.  Another user on a cargo trailer praised their water-shedding tread design during rainy Utah hauls, calling them “perfect” for enclosed trailers and appreciating the scuff guard that saved the rims from curb rash.  • Ride Quality and Durability in Short Hauls: Multiple Walmart reviewers reported smooth rides over 1,700+ miles with no vibrations or heat buildup when inflated to spec (around 65 psi).  The 8-10 ply construction (Load Range D/E) supports up to 2,150 lbs per tire at 65 psi, making them solid for 3,500-7,000 lb axles on utility or boat trailers. • Easy Availability: Sold in sets of 2 or 4, with free shipping on many sites. They’re DOT-approved and come with a one-year limited warranty, which is decent for the category. Cons: The Potential Pitfalls • Stiffness and Mounting Hassles: These tires are notoriously rigid, especially the sidewalls, which can make balancing a chore. One frustrated buyer said tire techs struggled to seat them on rims and suggested inner tubes as a workaround—definitely not ideal for DIYers.  They’re built tough, but that translates to a harsher ride on bumpy roads compared to more compliant options. • Blowout Risks and Inconsistency: While many report longevity, failures pop up in reviews— one user had a blowout after just 300 miles on a flatbed, stranding them on the freeway and calling them “total crap.”  Forums like Irate4x4 and Reddit echo this, with some attributing issues to their Chinese manufacturing (like most budget trailer tires), emphasizing the need for proper inflation and avoiding overloads.   Age and heat seem to accelerate wear, so rotate and inspect regularly. • Not for Heavy-Duty or Long-Haul Abuse: If you’re cross-country towing max loads or off-roading, skip these. Users upgrading from Free Country to brands like Sailun or Maxxis noted better heat resistance and fewer failures under stress.  Overall Verdict Free Country trailer tires earn a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars for budget-conscious haulers who stick to shorter trips and maintain them religiously (think weekly utility runs or seasonal camping). They’re a step above the absolute cheapest no-names, offering good value with thoughtful features like the scuff guard, but they’re no match for premium radials in reliability. If safety is your top priority, invest in a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) regardless—they’ll catch issues early. For my next set, I’d pair them with upgraded load ranges and call it a day, but if you’re pinching pennies on a beater trailer, they’re worth the gamble. Just don’t skimp on the spare.

I wanted to solve two things with my new PWC trailer. First I needed a spare tire, and second I wanted to upgrade the rims on the trailer. These tires were an upgrade from my OEM trailer tires in that those were load range C and these are load range D and 8 ply. That is a clear win in my book for starters. Then I found a super sharp set of rims for these tires and had those rims mounted on these tires and I could not be happier. These tires track great, are very well constructed, appear durable, and are well above what I need spec-wise for my application. The two new OEM rims and tires I took off are now great spares with one mounted on the trailer. I was able to do this for a third of what load range D tires and the same rims would have cost from my trailer manufacturer and have two spares to boot.

So far so good! Bought these for my 6x12 enclosed trailer that I tow every single day for work loaded down with tools and hardware and lumber and other materials as needed. The tires perform well in dry and wet conditions. I do live in a snowy part of the country so time will tell how they do in the snow and ice covered roads. Perfect fit and mounted easily! So far I would buy them again and would highly recommend these tires for a trailer that requires a replacement of a load range D tire.

great looking tires for my landscape trailer at a very good price