385/65R22.5 truck tires

The 385/65R22.5 is a premium wide-base commercial truck tire engineered for heavy-duty applications requiring exceptional load capacity and durability. This tire size represents the latest evolution in single-tire technology, designed to replace traditional dual tire configurations while delivering superior performance, fuel efficiency, and payload capacity for Class 8 trucks and heavy commercial vehicles.

Specifications

Tire Size: 385/65R22.5

• Section Width: 385 mm (15.16 inches)
• Aspect Ratio: 65% (sidewall height is 65% of section width)
• Construction: Radial (R)
• Rim Diameter: 22.5 inches
• Overall Diameter: Approximately 42.5 inches
• Ply Rating: 20 Ply (Load Range L)

Load Capacity:

• Load Index: 160K – 164K
• Maximum Load: 9,920 – 11,000 lbs per tire (4,500 – 5,000 kg)
• Recommended Pressure: 120-130 PSI
• Single wide-base configuration replaces dual tire setup

Performance Ratings:

• Speed Rating: K-L (68-75 MPH maximum)
• Tread Depth: 22/32″ – 28/32″ (varies by model and application)
• Recommended Rim Width: 11.75 inches

Applications

Ideal For:

• Heavy front axle mixed service operations
• All-position commercial truck applications
• Construction and off-highway service
• Concrete mixer trucks
• Dump trucks and refuse collection vehicles
• Long-haul transportation
• Regional delivery fleets
• Vocational truck applications

Compatible Vehicles:

• Volvo VNR
• Kenworth W900
• Peterbilt 389
• Freightliner Cascadia
• International LT Series
• Mack Anthem
• Other Class 8 commercial trucks

Key Features

Wide-Base Technology

• Single tire replaces dual tire configuration
• Reduces overall vehicle weight by 200-400 lbs
• Increases payload capacity
• Simplifies maintenance and reduces inventory needs
• Lower rolling resistance for improved fuel economy

Durability & Performance

• 20-ply rated construction for extreme load handling
• Aggressive lug tread design for on/off-highway traction
• Special tread compounds for extended service life
• Reinforced casing for demanding applications
• Designed for multiple retreading cycles

Heavy Load Capability

• Engineered for axles carrying extra heavy loads
• Superior load distribution across wider footprint
• Enhanced stability under maximum weight conditions
• Ideal for front axle positions with heavy steering loads

Cost Efficiency

• Reduced tire count lowers initial investment
• Improved fuel economy (3-5% typical savings vs. duals)
• Extended tread life reduces replacement frequency
• Lower maintenance costs with fewer tires to service
• Retreadable construction maximizes tire investment

Safety & Handling

• Wide contact patch improves stability and control
• Excellent traction in various weather conditions
• Reduced heat buildup compared to dual configurations
• Enhanced braking performance
• Better handling characteristics in mixed service