Tires for motorhomes and caravans

Tires in caravans and motorhomes need to be especially taken care of. This is due to the fact that they are usually subjected to very high loads. But even if the RV is left unused, it also damages the tires.

If you haven't used your camper or caravan during the winter, check the tires carefully before your first trip in the season. If they have been exposed to frost (or the sun) for a long time, they may have bulges or cracks . To protect the tires from the harmful effects of weather conditions, it is best to cover them during longer stops . In the case of trailers, it is a good idea to remove the wheels when not in use.

Before the first spring or summer trip, you should of course also check the tread depth and the condition of the rubber. The tire should be worn evenly and no parts of the tire should protrude above the surface.

What tires for camping?

If you are considering buying tires for a motorhome or caravan, it is best if you do not focus solely on the price. First of all, tires should be properly selected in terms of their load capacity . For example, the load index 116 means that each wheel can be loaded with a maximum of 1250 kg. Thus, with four wheels, these tires can be used on a vehicle with a maximum permissible total weight of 5 tons (1,250 x 4).

When choosing tires for the campground, in the case of trailers , class C tires should be the minimum. They are intended for trucks. Also, the additionally reinforced XL tires can prove themselves, as they are extremely load-resistant and can reduce fuel consumption.

In the case of motorhomes (but also caravans), the best solution is to buy tires marked as "camping" or "Camping Pneu" (CP) . Such tires have a special design that makes them difficult to deform. Camping tires are also more resistant than standard tires to situations in which the car is standing in one position under heavy load for a long time. Tourist tires have an additional cord braid, which increases their load capacity and strengthens the edges .

What do the producers propose?

In Poland, tires for motorhomes and caravans are offered, among others, by Michelin and Continental brands.

According to the manufacturer, the Michelin Agilis Camping tire is characterized by long life and durability. The "Durable Contact Patch" technology used in its production allows for optimal contact of the tire with the surface . As a result, the tire undergoes less wear.

Agilis Camping has a reinforced internal structure. The use of a double carcass and 8 protective reinforcements in the side of the tire allowed to increase the resistance to abrasion and deformation.

The rubber compound has been adapted to be used in a wide temperature range. These tires can therefore be used both in summer and in winter.

Continental, on the other hand, offers VancoCamper tires that meet the "CP" standard.

In the opinion of the manufacturer, this structure ensures a very high tightness and durability, thanks to which it limits the pressure drop during multi-day stops . The result is a load capacity reserve that can be used, for example, for additional luggage without the rear axle being subjected to excessive loads.

The tire is resistant to profile deformation and mechanical damage. Its sides are protected by a rigid structure that provides strong lateral support for the loaded axles. An additional reinforcement is a durable rubber compound, thanks to which the tread wears out slower than in typical tires. Any specialist tires for a motorhome or caravan can be bought without any problems at Tirendo.pl , which offers free delivery.

So if we have such an opportunity, it is best to use tires designed specifically for camping conditions. However, the absolute minimum are C-type tires.