The 2026 fleet guide to 225/70R19.5 medium-duty tires for regional delivery, urban distribution, and car hauler applications across Latin America. Specs, pricing, and the Hanksugi LATAM lineup.
225/70R19.5 is a medium-duty commercial tire size on the 19.5-inch rim, positioned between the lighter 17.5-inch medium-duty standard and the heavier 245/70R19.5 that dominates Class 6/7 trucks in North America. In Latin American markets, the 225/70R19.5 serves regional delivery trucks, urban distribution fleets, and car hauler trailer operations where a narrower footprint on the 19.5-inch wheel provides the right balance of load capacity and deck height management. This size is commonly found on lighter Class 6 platforms, cutaway chassis for specialty bodies, and multi-car transport trailers where the narrower tire width maximizes available deck space for vehicle loading. If your fleet runs lighter 19.5-inch wheel trucks or car carrier trailers across LATAM routes, the 225/70R19.5 is engineered for your duty cycle.
Reading the sidewall: 225 is the section width in millimeters, approximately 8.9 inches across the tread face. 70 is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 70% of the section width, or approximately 158 mm (6.2 inches). R indicates radial construction with steel belt reinforcement. 19.5 is the rim diameter in inches. A 225/70R19.5 tire has an overall diameter of approximately 31.4 inches (798 mm) and typically weighs 65-75 lbs per tire. Compared to the dominant 245/70R19.5, the 225 width is 20 mm narrower, resulting in a smaller overall diameter and lighter weight that suits lower-GVW applications and trailer positions where tire width is a constraint.
The 225/70R19.5 occupies an important niche in LATAM commercial fleets. For car hauler operations, the narrower width keeps trailer deck height low and maximizes clearance between loaded vehicles. For lighter delivery trucks, the 225 width reduces rolling resistance and unsprung weight compared to the heavier 245, contributing to better fuel economy on urban stop-and-go routes where every efficiency advantage matters.
Hanksugi offers the HS26+ in 225/70R19.5 for Latin American fleets. The HS26+ is a car hauler specialist tire with low rolling resistance and high-speed stability, available through Hanksugi's direct-to-fleet distribution network across LATAM markets.
Core dimensional and load specifications for the 225/70R19.5 tire size as fitted to the Hanksugi HS26+ for Latin American medium-duty and car hauler applications:
| Specification | 225/70R19.5 |
|---|---|
| Section Width | 225 mm (8.9 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 70% (158 mm sidewall) |
| Construction | Radial, all-steel belt |
| Rim Diameter | 19.5 in |
| Overall Diameter | ~31.4 in (798 mm) |
| Recommended Rim | 19.5 x 6.00 or 19.5 x 6.75 in |
| Ply Rating | 14 (Load Range G) |
| Load Index | 128/126M |
| Max Load Single | 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) |
| Max Load Dual | 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) |
| Max Cold Pressure | 830 kPa (120 psi) |
| Speed Rating | M (130 km/h / 81 mph) |
| Weight (per tire) | 65-75 lbs (29-34 kg) |
| Retreadable | Yes |
Fleet managers comparing 19.5-inch rim sizes need to match tire width to vehicle weight class and application. Here is how the two sizes compare:
| Metric | 225/70R19.5 | 245/70R19.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Section Width | 225 mm (8.9 in) | 245 mm (9.6 in) |
| Overall Diameter | 31.4 in (798 mm) | 33.0 in (838 mm) |
| Load Index (typical) | 128/126M | 136/134M |
| Max Load Single | 1,800 kg | 2,120 kg |
| Target Application | Light Class 6, car hauler | Class 6/7 box truck, regional |
| Recommended Duty | Car hauler, light delivery, cutaway | Box truck, regional, LTL |
Hanksugi offers 225/70R19.5 tires direct-to-fleet across all LATAM markets. Contact us for distributor and fleet pricing on the HS26+.
Request Your 225/70R19.5 Quote225/70R19.5 is used on lighter medium-duty trucks and car hauler trailers across Latin America and beyond. Common applications include:
225/70R19.5 is used on lighter Class 6 medium-duty trucks, car hauler trailers, cutaway chassis vehicles, and specialty body trucks. In Latin America, common fitments include lighter Mercedes-Benz Accelo, Hino 300/500, Isuzu NPR/NQR, and Volkswagen Delivery models, as well as multi-car transport and rollback tow truck trailers.
A standard 225/70R19.5 tire supports approximately 1,800 kg (3,968 lbs) per tire in single configuration and 1,700 kg (3,748 lbs) in dual configuration. This capacity is appropriate for lighter medium-duty applications and car hauler trailer positions where moderate load capacity on a 19.5-inch wheel is needed.
Yes, 225/70R19.5 is a popular car hauler trailer tire size. The narrower width maximizes available deck space for vehicle loading, and the 19.5-inch rim keeps deck height manageable. The Hanksugi HS26+ is specifically designed for car hauler applications with low rolling resistance and highway-speed stability for long-distance auto transport routes.
225/70R19.5 is 20 mm narrower and has a smaller overall diameter than 245/70R19.5. The narrower 225 suits lighter Class 6 trucks and car hauler trailers, while the wider 245 handles heavier Class 6/7 box trucks and regional tractors. Choose 225 for lighter loads and applications where narrower width is an advantage.
Under typical medium-duty and car hauler duty cycles with proper inflation, a premium 225/70R19.5 tire delivers 80,000-130,000 km of first life. Highway-heavy car hauler operations achieve higher mileage, while urban delivery with frequent stop-and-go will be at the lower end. Retreadability extends total lifecycle value.
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