26 × 8.25 Tire Fitment & Load Guide
Official size, height, width, and load-capacity reference for ADF 26×8.25 forged wheels.
Ordering a wheel set? Open this chart from the Tire Size field on the product page, then click a tire size row to fill your order form.
Use this chart to match tire size to a 26×8.25 wheel. Heights and widths are nominal industry values and can vary by brand and measuring rim. Always confirm the tire manufacturer’s approved rim-width range, load index, and inflation before purchase. Vehicle clearance — leveling kit, lift, fenders, and dual spacing — is separate from wheel-width compatibility.
Big Rig Adapters: Required on all 26-inch applications with one exception — FORD. These push the wheel offset outward 1.25 inches to clear the leaf springs end the bed. Ford trucks can run a direct fitment on 24s and 26s with a 12.50-wide tire only.
In-Between Spacers: Required when running 13.50-wide tires. ADF provides these spacers.
All Other Vehicles: Adapters are required on every other vehicle, whether running a 12.50 or 13.50-wide tire.
Load Rating at a Glance
On light-truck (LT) and flotation tires that fit this wheel, Load Range E is the standard heavy-duty rating on metric sizes (typically 80 PSI). Load Range F appears on some 12.50-inch and 13.50-inch sizes. Dual numbers (example: 121/118) list single load first and dual-rear load second. P-metric and Standard Load versions of the same size carry far less weight and are not recommended for Super Duty, towing, or payload work.
Metric Sizes Compatible with 26 × 8.25
| Tire Size | Height | Width | Load | Max Load (Single) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 255/30R26 | 32.0" | 10.0" | SL or LT-E | LT-E ~2,910 lbs | Low profile street |
| 275/30R26 | 32.5" | 10.8" | SL or LT-E | LT-E ~2,910 lbs | Low profile |
| 295/30R26 | 33.0" | 11.6" | LT-E | ~3,195 lbs | Common 26" street height |
| 295/35R26 | 34.1" | 11.6" | LT-E | ~3,195–3,305 lbs | Mid-height |
| 305/30R26 | 33.2" | 12.0" | LT-E 108/104 | ~2,205 lbs class | Wider, lower |
| 305/35R26 | 34.4" | 12.0" | LT-E | ~3,195 lbs | Mid-height |
| 315/35R26 | 34.8" | 12.4" | LT-E | ~3,415 lbs | Wider mid-height |
| 315/40R26 | 35.9" | 12.4" | LT-E | ~3,415–3,640 lbs | Taller metric option |
Red-outlined row marks a strong mid-height metric pairing for this wheel.
Flotation / Inch Sizes Compatible with 26 × 8.25 (Through 13.50")
| Tire Size | Height | Width | Load | Max Load (Single) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33×12.50R26 | 33.0" | 12.5" | LT-E | ~2,600–3,195 lbs | Common 12.50 flotation |
| 33×13.50R26 | 33.0" | 13.5" | LT-E / F | Brand-specific | In-between spacers required |
| 35×12.50R26 | 35.0" | 12.5" | LT-E / F | ~3,195 lbs class | Most common 26" flotation |
| 35×13.50R26 | 35.0" | 13.5" | LT-E / F | ~3,195–3,415 lbs | In-between spacers required |
| 37×12.50R26 | 37.0" | 12.5" | LT-E / F | ~3,415–3,750 lbs class | Lift typically required |
| 37×13.50R26 | 37.0" | 13.5" | LT-F 125 | 3,640 lbs @ 80 PSI | In-between spacers; lift required |
| 38×12.50R26 | 38.0" | 12.5" | LT-E / F | Brand-specific | Lift required |
| 38×13.50R26 | 38.0" | 13.5" | LT-E / F | ~3,415–3,860 lbs class | In-between spacers; lift required |
All flotation sizes are in this one table, including 33", 35", 37", and 38". Red-outlined rows mark 35×12.50R26 and 38×13.50R26.
Recommended Heavy-Duty Pairings
| Priority | Recommended Pairing | Load Rating | Why It Fits This Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 — Best metric height | 295/35R26 LT-E | ~3,195–3,305 lbs | Clean mid-height match for 26×8.25 |
| 2 — 35" flotation | 35×12.50R26 LT-E / F | ~3,195 lbs class | Most common 26" flotation size |
| 3 — Heavy 13.50" | 37×13.50R26 LT-F | 3,640 lbs @ 80 PSI | In-between spacers required |
| 4 — Tallest 13.50" | 38×13.50R26 LT-F | ~3,860 lbs class | Tallest 13.50 flotation; spacers required |
Fitment Notes for 26 × 8.25
- Best width window: 265–295 mm (about 10.4"–11.6").
- Acceptable with extra bulge: 305 mm, 315 mm, and 12.50" / 13.50" flotation.
- Height: 33"–34" is typically stock or mild level. 35"+ usually needs a lift and a clearance check. 38" requires a lift.
- Load: Specify LT construction and Load Range E (or F where available) for towing, payload, and dual-rear applications. Do not substitute P-metric / SL tires of the same size.
- Brand variation: Rim minimum/maximum, actual section width, and exact load can differ by model. Check the sidewall and the manufacturer spec sheet for the exact tire installed.
ADF Wheels 26×8.25 forged wheels are designed for the LT and flotation sizes listed above when the tire’s published rim range includes 8.25 inches. Final fitment depends on vehicle, offset, lift, and dual spacing. Specifications subject to tire-manufacturer revision.