Otani K-706 ST 7-14.5 D (8 Ply) Trailer Tire

Otani K-706. FEATURES AND BENEFITS: Year-round traction; Improved controllability; Upgraded load durability; . OVERVIEW: The Otani K-706 is a highway terrain, all season tire made for trailers. This tire is NOT MEANT TO BE MOUNTED ON LIGHT TRUCKS, as its construction will not support the weight and performing style of such vehicles. It can ONLY BE MOUNTED ON TRAILERS.The ribbed tread pattern and the durable rubber compound offer excellent contact with the driving surfaces. This close road contact upgrades the tires steering responsiveness and towing stability. In other words, the steering response time is faster and more precise to the towing vehicles commands, while the structure is secured against driving pressure. At the same time, the outer ribs help the tire have better cornering. These elements guarantee the tires overall controllability and maneuvering.The model offers great all season performance. The ribbed tread design and the all season compound enhance the tires dry, wet, and winter-weather traction. In other words, this tread pattern follows the road surface at all times, while the all season compound keeps the rubber flexible in changing temperatures. On the other hand, the zigzag grooves effectively resist hydroplaning, by dispersing water and slush from the footprint in wet-weather conditions.The Otani K-706 upgrades the tires load and driving durability. The reinforced internal structure and the special silica compound keep the ideal tire shape under load and driving pressure. As the tire does not deform, it can easily carry and withstand heavy loads. This load capacity and handling power make this model perfect for heavy-duty applications. This specific tire model features a BIASED ply construction. There might be discrepancies of sizes between brands and models of tires which have this size formatting. As the manufacturers only provide the tire width and the rim diameter with these tires, various brands and models will have size differences. In order to ensure the correct size is purchased, the overall tire diameter that is needed should be checked.The Overall Diameter or O.D. advertised represents the tire’s overall diameter in inches, once the tire has been properly inflated and mounted per the manufacturer’s recommendation. This advertised number is provided to Priority Tire by the tire manufacturer. Manufacturers recommend changing tires every 10 years. As long as tires are properly stored before they are sold, the year of their manufacture will not shorten their service life.