Top 10 Best RV Tires for Long Day Adventure: Latest Options

Owning an RV trailer or a motorhome can be very liberating – it literally changed my life. With a vehicle like this, you can visit places you weren’t able to before and be in touch with nature.

However, owning an RV can also be taxing on your wallet since these vehicles are expensive to run. And while most owners I know maintain their RVs regularly, some of them forget about the tires.

Tires are crucial for every vehicle since they are constantly in contact with the ground. Without good tires on your vehicle, your drive will be less safe, and you’ll pose a danger to other traffic participants.

That’s even more true for RVs, which are heavy vehicles that stay stationary for long periods. A lesser tire would succumb to the pressure and deform, significantly decreasing your RV stability.

An even bigger issue is that the market today is flooded with low-cost RV tires from China, which in my experience, are very dangerous and unsafe. These tires might seem like a good idea because you’ll only be putting them on your trailer and not your truck.

But, trust me when I say, having high-quality tires on your RV is even more important than spending a fortune on your truck tires.

This is why I only included tires that I know will give you a safe ride on your next trip in my best RV tires list.

But, unlike other similar lists, here you can find tires for non-motorized RVs (trailers), motorhomes (smaller and larger), and even some off-road tires for your next overlanding adventure.

So, without further ado, let’s have a look at the best RV tires currently available on the market!

In-Depth Reviews of the Best RV Tires Available in 2024

1. Maxxis M8008 ST Radial

Best RV Trailers Tires for Overall

The M8008 ST Radial is the tire I use on my trailer, and unless Maxxis launches a new and improved model, I’ll again go with this one.

In my experience, this tire has no glaring disadvantages – it’s good at everything it does!

On the highway, I never had issues with stability, regardless if it rains or not, and the straight-line tracking is excellent.

Moreover, I never had issues with pressure loss, and even if that happens, I know that the tough casing will keep my family and me safe.

And thanks to the rugged construction, this tire can keep your trailer stationary for long periods without deforming.

Lastly, the M8008 ST Radial provides low rolling resistance to keep your gas bills on the low side.

2. Goodyear Endurance Radial RV Tire

Best RV Trailers Tires for Highway Driving

The Endurance Radial RV tire is another excellent model that does most things right. Goodyear’s trailer tire is particularly good at highway driving, thanks to the excellent straight-line tracking and lateral grip – in my testing, it was even better than my Maxxis RV tire. However, the Goodyear is louder, and you can hear it from the cabin.

Still, the Endurance is excellent in rainy conditions, providing excellent traction and hydroplaning resistance.

Also, the casing seems very tough, and the heat dissipation technology does its thing, keeping you safe and maximizing treadlife.

3. Bridgestone Dueler H/T 685

Best Highway Tires for Luxury RV Motorhomes

The Dueler H/T 685 is a tire that’s best suited to luxury motorhomes, as it has all the ingredients to give you a premium driving experience.

On the highway, Bridgestone’s RV tire is exceptional in every aspect and performs at a very high level on dry and wet roads. It’s also very smooth over bumps and quiet at speed.

But the Dueler H/T 685 also works on hard-packed roads, such as dirt and gravel, and it’s even good on packed snow. Add to that the excellent treadlife, and it’s obvious where your money will go!

4. Cooper Discoverer HT3

Best Highway Tires for Dry Traction on RV Motorhomes

Cooper’s highway all-season tire for RVs isn’t the best out there in the snow, but it’s excellent in other areas.

I was particularly impressed by the overall stability and grip on dry tarmac, where the Discoverer HT3 is among the best in its category. Cooper also managed to combine that with very good traction on dirt and gravel.

Furthermore, the HT3 is very good in rainy conditions, with solid hydroplaning resistance and excellent traction.

On top of that, the ride is very smooth and quiet, and the HT3 is a very durable tire with a tough casing and long treadlife. Sadly, though, the manufacturer doesn’t provide a treadwear warranty.

5. Firestone Transforce HT2

Best Highway Tires for RV Motorhomes

The Transforce HT2 is another solid option in the highway all-season category, particularly for folks that live in warmer areas and don’t go off-roading. Namely, this tire isn’t at its best on dirt, gravel, and snow.

But it’s excellent on the street, with good straight-line tracking on the highway, excellent stability, and high levels of grip.

It’s also usable in rainy conditions, thanks to the excellent hydroplaning resistance, and it provides a smooth and quiet ride.

Firestone’s highway tire is very durable, though the manufacturer doesn’t provide a treadwear warranty.

6. Goodyear Unisteel G670 RV Tire

Best Tires for Large RV Motorhomes

The Unisteel G670 RV tire is by far the best option for owners of big motorhomes, i.e., houses on wheels.

This is a seriously tough tire that can withstand a lot of weight on its shoulder while providing excellent stability on the highway, even in rainy conditions.

The Unisteel G670 is also very smooth over bumps, and it doesn’t become too noisy on the highway, which is crucial for long-distance traveling.

On top of that, Goodyear also lowered the rolling resistance, which helps with fuel economy, while also offering an exceptional warranty.

7. Bridgestone Duravis M700 HD

Best All-Terrain RV Tires for Dry Surfaces

If your motorhome is capable of some off-roading, then I recommend the Duravis M700 HD. Bridgestone’s all-terrain model isn’t an off-road beast, but it’s still capable of solid traction on dirt and gravel.

On the road, it’s one of the best tires in its category, with excellent grip and traction on dry and wet surfaces. Snow/ice traction isn’t as good, though, so keep that in mind!

8. Firestone Transforce AT2

Best All-Terrain RV Tires for Dirt, Gravel, and Turf

The Transforce AT2 is slightly more capable on the trail than its Bridgestone counterpart, but it’s still at its best on dirt, gravel, and turf – no mud traction here. It’s also not a very good snow tire.

Still, I liked how good it handles on the street, thanks to the excellent lateral grip and longitudinal traction in dry and wet conditions. The Transforce AT2 is also very quiet on the highway, though it doesn’t ride as smoothly as its main rival.

9. Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

Best Off-Road RV Tires for Snow

Goodyear’s off-road tire for trucks and RVs has almost no disadvantages, apart from it being loud on the highway (though it’s pretty smooth over bumps).

However, if you can live with that, the Wrangler DuraTrac will treat you with excellent off-road traction, even in mud and over large rocks.

The DuraTrac is also a good street tire, with a solid overall grip, precise and direct steering, and excellent wet traction.

What impressed me the most was the snow traction; when I tested this tire, the roads were covered with snow, and the Wrangler DuraTrac handled everything with ease. I also had some fun off-roading in the winter – the traction on unpacked snow is excellent.

10. Cooper Discoverer S/T Maxx

Best Off-Road RV Tires for Trails

Wrangler DuraTrac’s closest competitor also has highway noise issues, though that’s to be expected from such an aggressive tread pattern. Still, Cooper doesn’t offer a treadwear warranty on the Discoverer S/T Maxx, in contrast to its rival.

Still, I actually prefer Cooper’s tire on very challenging off-road trails, and from what I’ve tested on this tire, the casing seems even sturdier. Hence, you also won’t need to worry about load capacities – this tire feels strong enough.

The Discoverer S/T Maxx also performs well on the street, with good dry/wet traction, solid highway stability, and a relatively smooth ride. On top of that, there is ample traction on packed and unpacked snow.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• What are trailer tires?

Trailer (ST or Special Trailer) tires are specifically designed for trailers, pop-up campers, boat trailers, and fifth-wheel trailers. These tires are not intended for use on a motorized vehicle, like a car or truck, since they aren’t designed to accelerate or steer.

Trailer tires have numerous advantages over light-truck (LT) or commercial light-truck tires when used properly. For starters, they feature much stiffer sidewalls, which gives them the ability to carry more weight without hampering stability on the highway.

To further enhance stability, these tires come with a symmetric tread design with a solid center rib.

Moreover, thanks to the stiffer construction that comes with stronger nylon reinforcements, these tires perform better when stationary, particularly with a lot of weight on their shoulders. An LT tire might deform under the same conditions, but an ST tire will hold on.

In addition, ST tires are much better at resisting the forces of nature, particularly the sun. Manufacturers often put anti-oxidant and anti-ozonant compounds to guard against weather cracking and UV filters to protect the rubber from the sun.

As a result, ST tires will stay pliable for longer, which is crucial because trailers are usually stationary for long periods and, in most cases, constantly bombarded by the sun’s harmful UV radiation. Put a regular LT tire under the same conditions, and it will begin to crack and start disintegrate.

Lastly, trailer tires are designed to cope with high temperatures. Namely, when the tire is loaded and not pressurized properly, it can quickly heat up, especially if you drive on the highway. Most trailer tires come with heat dissipation technology to mitigate this issue, making them a better option than regular LT tires.

But regardless, you should always drive with these tires at the manufacturer-recommended inflation pressure for maximum safety.

Also, you should always check the pressure before hitting the road, as the tire that was hit by the sun would be more inflated than the one in the shade.

Hence, having a compressor and pressure gauge combo in your trailer is not only recommended – it’s a necessity.

• Can you put truck tires on a trailer?

Yes, you can put LT tires on a trailer, and I’ve seen many people do that. However, LT tires aren’t designed to carry very heavy cargo.

Remember, your trailer includes many items inside, including a kitchen, bathroom, furniture, electric appliances, etc., meaning an LT tire would really suffer.

But even if the load rating is high enough to carry the whole weight of the trailer, LT metric tires aren’t designed to carry that weight while stationary.

On a truck, you put the heavy cargo in the bed, transport it to another location, and then unload it; on a trailer, the cargo stays inside even when stationary.

• Can you put trailer tires on a motorhome?

Trailer tires are designed for very high loads, but they aren’t very good at putting power to the ground and steering.

Hence, if you put them on your truck or motorhome, you’ll have issues with acceleration traction, especially turning into a corner. For that reason, you should only use these tires on your trailer.

• How much should I inflate my trailer tires?

You should always inflate your trailer tires to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure in order to minimize heat building up.

Too much heat can seriously worsen the stability of your truck/trailer combo and accelerate tire wear.

• When should I replace my trailer tires?

For starters, you should always monitor the tread depth of your trailer tires; in North America, the minimum legal tread depth is 2/32-inch for summer and all-season tires and 5/32-inch for winter tires.

I recommend purchasing an inexpensive tread depth gauge, which can show you when your tires reach the minimum so you can replace them on time.

Another great way to monitor your tire’s wear is via the tread wear indicators, which are narrow rubber bars that sit recessed into the grooves. As soon as your tire reaches 2/32-inch (5/32-inch on winter tires), the TWIs will be flush with the rest of the tread.

You can also use the Lincoln penny to monitor the tread depth; just place it with Lincoln’s head upside down inside any of the tread grooves, and if you can see the whole head, it means the tread depth reached 2/32-inch.

However, trailer tires also lose their quality over time, even when you don’t drive them. In my experience, cheaper trailer tires should be replaced after three years, while models from more expensive brands can last five or even six years.

• How to find the correct load capacity for trailer and motorhome tires?

First, you need to know the overall weight of your RV, with people and cargo onboard. Then, divide the weight by the number of tires your trailer/motorhome carries, and you will get the load capacity of a single tire.

That said, you should always leave breathing space, i.e., never purchase tires that are near the limit.

Here is how ST (Special Trailer) tires are divided into six categories, depending on their maximum load pressure (the load capacity is usually listed on the tire’s sidewall and differs depending on the model):

1. Load Range B (4-Ply Tires) – maximum load pressure of 35 psi (240 kPa)
2. Load Range C (6-Ply Tires) – maximum load pressure of 50 psi (350 kPa)
3. Load Range D (8-Ply Tires) – maximum load pressure of 65 psi (450 kPa)
4. Load Range E (10-Ply tires) – maximum load pressure of 80 psi (550 kPa)
5. Load Range F (12-Ply tires) – maximum load pressure of 95 psi (655 kPa)
6. Load Range G (14-Ply tires) – maximum load pressure of 110 psi (760 kPa)

Please note that the “ply” ratings are not in use anymore. However, most trailer and motorhome owners I know still use these ratings, so I included them as a correspondence.

Conclusion

Owning a trailer or motorhome can be taxing on your pocket, as you’ll need to maintain it constantly to keep it mobile.

Parts for RVs can be expensive, and that’s especially true for the tires, so going cheap might not be the best thing to do.

Besides, cheaper RV tires can be dangerous and unsafe, which is why I always recommend going for reputable manufacturers. So, beware of brands that just started selling trailer tires, particularly on Amazon.

With that said, make sure you always purchase a tire that fits your type of vehicle. Notably, if you own a non-motorized trailer, go for ST tires since they will provide you with better highway stability and will also be more durable.

However, motorhome owners also need to look for the class of their vehicles – smaller motorhomes will be served well by commercial LT tires, but larger motorhomes can only work with real commercial tires for large trucks.

Here, you’ll need tires that are able to steer and accelerate, two categories where ST tires are seriously lacking.