Kenda Klever R/T KR601 35x10.50R17

[bgenlvtex]

I was expecting a 1.75” increase over my 255/75/17 (32”) Wildpeak M/Ts by going to 35/12.5/17 Wildpeak M/Ts but my pumpkin sits only 1” higher from the stock 245/75/17 (31.5”) despite going about 4” of tire more

In theory, should gain

https://www.jeepgladiatorforum.com/forum/threads/lets-see-em-larger-tires-on-sport-s-wheels.19361/

If in fact the tire was 4" taller you would only gain one half of that in ground clearance

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[PyrPatriot]

If in fact the tire was 4" taller you would only gain one half of that in ground clearance

Still short half an inch by your measurements and 3/4” by my calculations

 

[Gunnuts]

Just wondered if anyone has these tires on their Gladiator yet. 35x10.50 and D rated at $201 ea but they weigh a whopping 67lbs. Here's a thread about it from the wrangler forums https://www.wranglerforum.com/f274/kendas-new-kr601-r-t-in-35x10-5r17-280-80r17-is-out-2351343.html

https://www.amazon.com/35x10-50R17-Kenda-Klever-KR601-121R/dp/B07RRSBX2K

https://simpletire.com/kenda-35-10.50r17-601015-tires

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Kenda-Klever-R-T-KR601-35-10-50R17-121R-Tire/857733786

I just happened upon this thread. Thanks for the heads up, I'm pulling the trigger.

 

[bgenlvtex]

Still short half an inch by your measurements and 3/4” by my calculations

I'm just saying that your expectation of a 4" gain in height is wrong, not defending Kendas measurements or yours for that matter

 

[bgenlvtex]

For people wanting to estimate clearance differences when considering tire change:

The number you are looking for is "static loaded radius". That number will give you the closest thing to an accurate number as you're going to get (and it is still subjective)

Diameters are routinely rounded up 35,36,37 whatever are rarely if ever actual representations of the tires diameter.

But let's say they are :
31" to 35" total 4"
Divide that total by 2
Now load that tire
That will be your actual change

 

[PyrPatriot]

For people wanting to estimate clearance differences when considering tire change:

The number you are looking for is "static loaded radius". That number will give you the closest thing to an accurate number as you're going to get (and it is still subjective)

Diameters are routinely rounded up 35,36,37 whatever are rarely if ever actual representations of the tires diameter.

But let's say they are :
31" to 35" total 4"
Divide that total by 2
Now load that tire
That will be your actual change

the equivalent increase in clearance should be the same. The 31” tire under load will have a smaller diameter than 31” just like a 35” tire under load will be smaller than 35”. The ratio of loss should be approximately the same.

My oem tires were 30” on the JT. Let me go measure my 35s

looks like they are just under 34

 

[Willys2Gladiator]

I have been buying tires for my off-road rigs for 30 years and have learned if you want a certain height tire you buy one inch bigger.

Lesson learned hopefully without being disappointed ever time you throw tires on and learn they are an inch smaller.

Trust me. Go one inch above your desired goal.

I love these 35", I mean 34" tires!

 

[bgenlvtex]

the equivalent increase in clearance should be the same. The 31” tire under load will have a smaller diameter than 31” just like a 35” tire under load will be smaller than 35”. The ratio of loss should be approximately the same.

My oem tires were 30” on the JT. Let me go measure my 35s

looks like they are just under 34

Not necessarily, longer sidewalls will flex more at the same pressure generically speaking at the same pressure and load so no there isn't really a direct linear comparison that can be drawn.

 

[Digger70]

Walmart raised the price to $201.30 https://www.walmart.com/ip/Kenda-Klever-R-T-KR601-35-10-50R17-121R-Tire/857733786?wmlspartner=wlpa

Carid has them for $186

 

[Broke Owner]

I was waiting for Friday to order mine ...... Guess I'm going to have to waited out.. Again.

 

[Digger70]

I was waiting for Friday to order mine ...... Guess I'm going to have to waited out.. Again.

CarID has 4 for $745.72 (186.43 ea).

https://www.carid.com/kenda-tires/klever-r-t-kr601-lt35x1050r17-2168833055.html?offerid=2168833055

 

[Digger70]

Decided to get them from Carid. Bought them Wednesday not long after I made the last post and they arrived yesterday. I'll post pics after install. I'm impressed with the tread depth.

 

[JJmoto]

Decided to get them from Carid. Bought them Wednesday not long after I made the last post and they arrived yesterday. I'll post pics after install. I'm impressed with the tread depth.

They’re a great tire. Good choice.
Enjoy...

 

[Bunchahoopla]

Decided to get them from Carid. Bought them Wednesday not long after I made the last post and they arrived yesterday. I'll post pics after install. I'm impressed with the tread depth.

Can’t wait to see them on. I am extremely happy with these tires. You can’t beat the price and quality is great so far. Post some pics when you can!

 

[Digger70]

Got them mounted today. Pretty sweet. I really don't notice the extra 20lbs per tire weight but they are stiffer as a D compared to the SL Cooper tires I had before. I had them set at 34 psi but my tpms monitor is all wonky and shows 2 of them at 29 psi so I'll check the pressure out tomorrow and also set the speedometer after doing a measurement. I hope the stick on balancing weights don't fall off like the last time.

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