2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission Mt/r, Bfg M/t, Bfg A/t ??

[pwerwagn]

I've tried all three tires you've mentioned. Of the three, the MT/R is the best all around tire, with the bfg mud coming in second. I was extremely dissapointed with the bfg A/t's. To put it frankly, I felt they sucked. I drive alot off-road (sand, some mud, etc) and they just didnt cut it. Plus, the MT/R is pretty quiet on the highway and handles nice so I dont think there are any advantages other than possibly tire life to the a/t. The BFg mud is a good tire too (have some right now), but for the money id still go with the MT/R's. Also, dont over look some of the less-well known brands. I have Wildcats on my cummins now and they work great. They are quiet, cheap, handle great and work much better off road than the bfg A/T's did (IMO). If I dont get a good deal on MT/R's next, I might try Toyo M/T's. well see.

 

[master1578]

FWIW I'm running 305 m/t's, I have about 35k on them, and they're wearing great... . especially since they've only been rotated twice :--) I have no complaints, however I've been looking at Pro Comp X- Terrains, or Radial Baja Claws for my next set. Purely for aesthetic value . If memory serves, I believe the A/T's are better suited for snow because the self cleaning lugs of the mud terrain actually reduce traction. However, I've never been stuck in the snow with the M/T's. A Co-worker of mine has a 95 CTD and routinely gets 50k from his A/T's. Bottom line, If you're going for the aggressive look and all around performance I think you'll be happy with the M/T's.

 

[pwerwagn]

Master1578, if it were me, I'd stay away from the claws. Even for looks. My boggers would have lasted as long as the claws did had they not been stolen :{ :{ I was very dissapointed in the claws longevity.

 

[master1578]

Thanks for the info. I haven't heard much about them on our trucks. Which is why I went for the BFG's. Have you heard anything about the X-Terrains?



Thanks,

Brian

 

[JSoloman]

My 2 cents worth... I've run BFG MT's for years on all my trucks. It comes down to preference in style, if BFG brand is what you are looking at. The AT's are a good all around pavement tire, with the ability to get you off the road and they really wear well. Personally, I like the mud lugged tire. It doesn't give you the mileage the AT does, but I am perfectly happy with the wear. Most of my driving is on the pavement and I do a fair amount of hauling. The 285's have worked well for me. Recently I traded off my 27' 5th wheel for a camper to be able to get back into some of the more off road areas I was unable to before. I am considering after these tires wear out to go to a 295 or 315, but I am definitely staying with the mud terrain.



Good luck with your choice.

 

[pwerwagn]

I've never tried the X-terrains. Or any of the pro-comps. But personally id stick to goodyear MT/R, BFG, etc. If you want to try something different try the Toyo M/T's and tell me how they work!! If you want a true offroad tire, go with a swamper or something. I think the X-terrains will wear faster than the equivalent goodyear/bfg etc.

 

[ALehman]

I have 265 Apache's on my stock rims. They look nice and they perform great. The best off all they don't cost a hole lot. They look pretty close to BFG

 

[cumminstogetya]

Mastercraft Courser

There are a lot of guys around here running Mastercract Courser tires on the Fords and Dodges. I don't know much about the A/Ts, but there are a lot of guys who are running the C/Ts. Everyone says that they get great life from them, and a smooth ride (this I do know). There are even several guys the run them on their pulling trucks. I thought about getting the M/Ts but funds are, as usual, short.



John

 

[lrox]

I run 315-75-16's pro comp A/T's on weld 16x10 wheels. These tires are great, very low noise on the highway, traction in snow and rain, it also has the severe weather rating. I have 37k and the tires are not showing much wear, I should be able to get 50-60k if I'm lucky.

If I do replace these I'll either stay with pro-comp or go with BFG AT KO

 

[Hale on wheels]

Aren't all of the tires mentioned here, with the exception of the Toyo, only available in load range D? Do you guys tow travel trailers on these tires? Do the sidewalls flex more than you'd like? I'd love some MTRs for the deer lease, but the only E range are 245s, and I want to stay with 265s or 285s.

 

[Desert Proven]

You might all be pleased to know that the Toyo Open Country M/T is now available in a LT315/75/16, and guess what???? It IS "E" Rated. Yes, that's right, it has a 10 ply sidewall and a weight rating of 3800 pounds.



I found the specifications on their web page, and although they don't say on the web page that it is E rated, I contacted Toyo and they confirmed that it is E rated.



I've got a set on order now!

 

[pwerwagn]

Yup, hes right, it is E-rated. I never knew that before. bye bye MT/R's, hello Toyo.

Yes, I do tow with my D-rated tires. Sidewall flex aint to bad. Most I've towed was about 11,000 lbs with a tounge pull trailer. Mine are 285's BTW. But now that Toyo has a big load range E... ... ... .

And, I could be wrong, but arent the Toyos also S-speed rated? Or am I thinking of Mickey thompsons?