M/T 26 x 8.5 R15 sportsman pro rear use?

Timo, the tire you're speaking of is a front only tire.....And it's not made for bite at all. Plus there shouldn't be a "R" involved in the size, as they are bias ply tires.

http://www.mickeythompsontires.com/street.php?item=SportsmanFront


It's nothing but a tall tire for someone using a larger than 3.5/4" rim.