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1996 GMC K1500 Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation
Not sure about your GMC K1500 tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.
| Trim Level | Tire Size | Speed Rating | Inflation in PSI F/R | |
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| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* | P245/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* | P265/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* | LT245/75R16/C | None | 45 PSI/45 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* | P265/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* | P245/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* | LT245/75R16/C | None | 45 PSI/45 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* | P245/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* | LT245/75R16/C | None | 45 PSI/45 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* | P265/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* | P265/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* | LT245/75R16/C | None | 45 PSI/45 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
| 1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* | P245/75R16 | S | 35 PSI/35 PSI | SHOP THIS TIRE |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* - Size: Shop P245/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* - Size: Shop P265/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra Special* - Size: Shop LT245/75R16/C - Speed Rating: None - Inflation F/R: 45 PSI/45 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* - Size: Shop P265/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* - Size: Shop P245/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLT* - Size: Shop LT245/75R16/C - Speed Rating: None - Inflation F/R: 45 PSI/45 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* - Size: Shop P245/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* - Size: Shop LT245/75R16/C - Speed Rating: None - Inflation F/R: 45 PSI/45 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SLE* - Size: Shop P265/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* - Size: Shop P265/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* - Size: Shop LT245/75R16/C - Speed Rating: None - Inflation F/R: 45 PSI/45 PSI |
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1996 GMC K1500 Sierra SL* - Size: Shop P245/75R16 - Speed Rating: S - Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI |
* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.
Recommended Tires for Your 1996 GMC K1500
What tires are best for a 1996 GMC K1500? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your GMC K1500.
Blizzak DM-V2
- No warranty
- Winter
- Winter
Dueler A/T Revo 3
- Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Dueler A/T Revo 3 - LT
- Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
R265
- Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Dueler H/T 685
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Duravis M700
- Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Duravis R238
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Duravis R500 HD
- Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Destination A/T2
- Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Destination LE2
- Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Destination LE3
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Destination X/T
- Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Winterforce LT
- Limited Warranty
- Winter
- Winter
Transforce HT2
- Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Destination M/T2
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Transforce AT2
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
OPEN COUNTRY A/T III
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
OPEN COUNTRY HTII
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
OPEN COUNTRY M/T
- No warranty
- All-Season
- Light Truck Tires
Affordable 1996 GMC K1500 Tires
Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's why you should come to see us when it's time to buy new tires for your 1996 GMC K1500. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for GMC tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you want tire that's made to take tight corners, handle diverse terrain, or improve fuel-efficiency, you'll find good tires that match your budget.
View the recommended tires for your 1996 GMC K1500, plus useful info about GMC K1500 tire size, tire inflation, and speed rating. Take it from one of our tire technicians, Brianna: "You want to find the correct size for your tire. It matters in alignments and keeping your vehicle driving the way it’s supposed to.”
Other than getting the proper tire size, there are a couple of other factors to consider when buying GMC K1500 tires like how and where you drive, and how much you want to spend. If you live in south Texas, you probably won't need heavy-duty winter tires. In Colorado, though, there's a good chance you'll want GMC K1500 snow tires for a good portion of the year, and maybe even all-season tires for year-round comfort and versatility.
Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. Many drivers who live in states that experience all four seasons choose to purchase two sets of tires: one set for winter, one set for summer. It's a smart way to capitalize on GMC K1500's performance and safety throughout the year. Other drivers buy one set of all-season tires instead. That way they don't have to return to the tire shop and their vehicle is always ready for sun, rain, and light snow!
Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you enjoy challenging the limits of your GMC K1500? Hitting the road less traveled? If you're an avid off-roader who yearns to pioneer new paths, you have very different tire needs than a highway commuter who doesn't hit the hills very often. You'll want strong tires that can take on dirt, gravel, stone, sand, and more. You might want to look at bigger tires with stiffer sidewalls and wider tread patterns to help protect against punctures and maintain balance in uneven road conditions. But if you plan on sticking around town, a GMC K1500 tire that offers comfort, stability, and a quiet ride could be just what you need. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you, or get started by browsing tires that fit your vehicle. You're only a click or two away from a new set of 1996 GMC K1500 tires.
GMC K1500 Tire Brands
You have many great options for GMC K1500 tire brands when you visit Firestone Complete Auto Care. Firestone and Bridgestone are two of the most popular. Firestone tires for GMC K1500s always deliver! Harvey Firestone started the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900 in Akron, OH. He was a passionate inventor from the start. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started producing and testing farm, truck, and passenger tires. Fun fact: in 1908, Firestone's company introduced the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! Firestone Tires has been dedicated to staying one step ahead of the competition since day one, all thanks to Harvey Firestone. Firestone now makes about 8,000 different tires for all kinds of vehicles — including tires for 1996 GMC K1500s.
You can't go wrong with Bridgestone for GMC K1500 tires, too. In 1931, Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan. In 1990, the company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas! It remains a global leader in tire technology and rubber products, delivering outstanding tires, service, and more to drivers worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi put it, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." What are you waiting for? If you want to drive with peace of mind, buy Bridgestone tires for a 1996 GMC K1500 today!
Installing GMC K1500 Tires
Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're your tire shop and a complete service center for tire installation, maintenance, repair, rotation, and alignment! Shop 1996 GMC K1500 tires online and schedule an installation appointment. Many stores are open late and on weekends to better fit your busy schedule.
Questions About 1996 GMC K1500 Tires
Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common GMC K1500 tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.
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Why check GMC tire inflation? A small decrease in tire pressure can have a big impact on your driving. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help improve braking time, increase fuel economy, and boost tire lifespan.
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What do the tire sidewall numbers mean for my GMC K1500? Your tire sidewall gives you information about load carrying capacity, speed rating, treadwear, traction, and tire size. Talk to one of our tire technicians to learn how to read the numbers on your tire!
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How do I check the tread depth on my GMC tires? All you need is a penny. Hold the penny so that Abraham Lincoln is facing you, then place your penny into a tread groove upside down. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new GMC K1500 tires.