Samson GL285ST Trailer Tire
The Samson GL285ST delivers steady, confident towing for utility, cargo, and RV trailers. Its ribbed tread helps the trailer track straight behind your vehicle, and a heat-resistant compound stands up to long highway pulls. A reinforced casing carries heavy loads while keeping footprint pressure even for longer tread life. If you want a workhorse that prioritizes stability, longevity, and value, the GL285ST keeps your rig rolling smoothly from job site to campsite.
Key Features and Benefits
The Samson GL285ST centers on stability, load control, and heat management. Its ribbed tread promotes straight line tracking and helps tame sway at speed. Even-contact tread blocks support long wear and predictable braking, and a reinforced casing limits squirm under heavy loads while the heat-resistant compound runs cooler on long hauls. Beefed-up shoulders fight scrubbing in tight turns on tandem axle trailers, so you get consistent handling and strong value for work or RV duty.
Sizes, Fitment, and Load Ratings
Select your Samson GL285ST in the size and load range specified by your trailer manufacturer. Popular fits include ST235/85R16 and ST235/80R16, but always confirm size, load index, and load range on the trailer certification label or axle placard. Match or exceed GAWR and never downgrade capacity, and use the same size, load range, and construction on all positions for multi-axle setups. If you run near max weight or in hot climates, step up in load range and maintain proper cold inflation to support durability and even wear.
Specifications and Technical Details
Before you buy the Samson GL285ST, confirm the essentials: size, load index, load range, speed rating, and max cold inflation pressure. The tire sidewall lists these specs along with max load and the DOT date code showing the week and year of manufacture. Trailer service depends on adequate capacity and correct inflation, so use the trailer placard as your primary reference. To identify construction, an R in the size indicates radial and a D indicates bias, and matching construction, size, and load range across the axle helps maintain stable tracking and even wear.
Samson GL285ST vs Alternatives
Comparing options? The Samson GL285ST prioritizes straight-line stability, heat control, and strong value. Against premium ST lines like Goodyear Endurance or Maxxis M8008, buyers usually weigh warranty terms, available load ranges, and projected longevity for the price. The GL285ST suits value-focused shoppers who still need serious load capacity and predictable manners on multi-axle trailers. If your use involves long, high-speed interstate runs, check each tire's speed rating, load capacity, and service guidance before deciding.
Installation and Setup
Have a qualified technician mount the Samson GL285ST and verify wheel width, valve condition, and balance. Inflate to the trailer manufacturer's specified cold pressure, which often equals the tire's max cold psi when carrying full rated load. After installation, re-torque lug nuts to the axle spec and check again after the first 50-100 miles. Use matching tires across each axle on tandem or triple setups, avoid mixing ST with passenger or LT tires, and do a short shakedown tow to confirm tracking, clearances, and temperatures.
Pricing and Availability
Pricing for the Samson GL285ST varies by size, load range, and stock status. Select your exact ST size and load range to see current price and lead time, and consider buying a complete set for multi-axle trailers to match date codes and wear. Choose professional installation at checkout or ship to home and schedule mounting locally. Popular sizes like ST235/80R16 and ST235/85R16 can sell out in peak seasons, so order early if inventory is tight, and reach out if you need help confirming specs against your trailer placard.
