The 2026 fleet guide to 235/75R17.5 medium-duty tires for regional delivery and heavier commercial applications across Latin America. Wider than the 215/75R17.5 for increased load capacity and stability.
235/75R17.5 is the wider medium-duty commercial tire size on the 17.5-inch rim, serving heavier regional delivery and distribution trucks across Latin America. Where the 215/75R17.5 handles lighter urban delivery vehicles in the 6.5-7.5 tonne range, the 235/75R17.5 steps up to the 8-12 tonne GVW segment where payload demands require a broader contact patch and higher load ratings. This is the size running on heavier Mercedes-Benz Accelo, Volkswagen Delivery, Hino 500, and Isuzu FRR/FSR platforms that handle regional routes, food and beverage distribution, construction supply delivery, and medium-duty vocational services across Latin American markets. If your fleet operates in the gap between light city delivery trucks and full heavy-duty 22.5-inch Class 8 rigs, 235/75R17.5 is the tire size that fills that space.
Reading the sidewall: 235 is the section width in millimeters, approximately 9.3 inches across the tread face. 75 is the aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 75% of the section width, or approximately 176 mm (6.9 inches). R indicates radial construction with steel belts. 17.5 is the rim diameter in inches. A 235/75R17.5 tire has an overall diameter of approximately 31.7 inches (806 mm) and typically weighs 60-72 lbs per tire. The 20 mm increase in width over the 215/75R17.5 translates to a meaningfully larger footprint, providing better load distribution and stability under the heavier payloads that these vehicles carry on regional and intercity routes.
For Latin American fleet operators, the 235/75R17.5 is the practical sweet spot for medium-duty trucks that need more load capacity than the 215 width but do not require the full heavy-duty 19.5-inch or 22.5-inch wheel-tire systems. It keeps vehicle floor height manageable for loading dock compatibility while providing the structural load capacity that regional distribution trucks demand.
Hanksugi offers 235/75R17.5 in the HS36 steer tire, engineered for straight-line tracking and even tread wear on regional routes. Available through Hanksugi's direct-to-fleet distribution network across Latin American markets.
Core dimensional and load specifications for the 235/75R17.5 tire size as fitted to the Hanksugi HS36 for Latin American medium-duty applications:
| Specification | 235/75R17.5 |
|---|---|
| Section Width | 235 mm (9.3 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 75% (176 mm sidewall) |
| Construction | Radial, all-steel belt |
| Rim Diameter | 17.5 in |
| Overall Diameter | ~31.7 in (806 mm) |
| Recommended Rim | 17.5 x 6.75 or 17.5 x 7.50 in |
| Ply Rating | 16 (Load Range H) |
| Load Index | 132/130M |
| Max Load Single | 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) |
| Max Load Dual | 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) |
| Max Cold Pressure | 830 kPa (120 psi) |
| Speed Rating | M (130 km/h / 81 mph) |
| Weight (per tire) | 60-72 lbs (27-33 kg) |
| Retreadable | Yes |
Fleet managers selecting between the two standard 17.5-inch medium-duty sizes need to match tire width to vehicle GVW and duty cycle. Here is the comparison:
| Metric | 235/75R17.5 | 215/75R17.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Section Width | 235 mm (9.3 in) | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
| Overall Diameter | 31.7 in (806 mm) | 30.4 in (773 mm) |
| Load Index (typical) | 132/130M | 126/124M |
| Max Load Single | 2,000 kg | 1,700 kg |
| Target Vehicle GVW | 8-12 tonnes | 6.5-7.5 tonnes |
| Recommended Duty | Regional delivery, distribution | Urban delivery, light commercial |
Hanksugi offers 235/75R17.5 tires direct-to-fleet across all LATAM markets. Contact us for distributor and fleet pricing on the HS36 steer tire.
Request Your 235/75R17.5 Quote235/75R17.5 is a standard fitment on heavier medium-duty commercial vehicles across Latin America. Common applications include:
235/75R17.5 is the standard tire size for heavier medium-duty commercial trucks in the 8-12 tonne GVW range. Common fitments include Mercedes-Benz Accelo 1016/1316, Volkswagen Delivery 11.180/13.180, Hino 500, Isuzu FRR/FSR, and MAN TGL series trucks used for regional delivery, distribution, and medium-duty vocational operations across Latin America.
A standard 235/75R17.5 commercial truck tire supports approximately 2,000 kg (4,409 lbs) per tire in single configuration and 1,900 kg (4,189 lbs) in dual configuration. This capacity is designed for medium-duty vehicles in the 8-12 tonne GVW range used in regional delivery and distribution operations.
Yes, 235/75R17.5 is 20 mm wider than 215/75R17.5. The wider section width provides a larger contact patch, higher load capacity, and improved stability under heavier payloads. Fleets operating trucks above 7.5 tonnes GVW should use 235/75R17.5, while lighter urban delivery vehicles use the narrower 215/75R17.5.
Yes, 235/75R17.5 is well-suited for regional distribution operations. The size provides enough load capacity for heavier payloads on intercity and regional routes while maintaining the maneuverability needed for urban delivery stops. The Hanksugi HS36 steer tire is specifically designed for the mixed highway-urban duty cycle common in regional distribution.
Under typical regional delivery duty cycles with proper inflation management, a premium 235/75R17.5 steer tire delivers 90,000-130,000 km of first life. Highway-heavy regional routes achieve higher mileage, while operations with more city stop-and-go will be at the lower end. The HS36 anti-uneven wear technology helps maximize tread life across mixed-duty applications.
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