Winter truck tires

[Utah]

Looking for the best winter truck tire a guy can get.   Will be hunting Idaho and driving back and fourth over White Pass Wa. Gotta grab on snow and ice!   Will need to haul a 26’ trailer at some point.   3/4 Chevy.  Thanks for any advice!

[Stein]

The Michelin MS2 tires are the grabbiest tires I have ever used on wet, snow and ice.  The don't have aggressive lugs for deep offroad stuff, but then again those big lugs make them horrible on pavement.

You could always grab a set of studs, nothing will grab more than that.  That is what I would probably do in your case.

[b23]

Hands down, the best winter tires I've ever had have been Michelin X-Ice and Bridgestone Blizzaks, but they're a pretty soft tire and I'm not sure how good they would be for off road use or if they would even fit your application.

[TVHunts]

Another vote for the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2.   I have them on my Ram 3500 4x4 Cummins.  I go over the pass at least every other weekend from middle of October to Jan 31st every year.   Long tread life and for me have been far and away better than the Studded Good Year Wranglers I have sitting in my shop mounted on factory wheels, I don’t even put them on anymore.   Awesome in the rain and ice and super quiet.

Only down fall is in super deep snow or nasty mud they aren’t the greatest.



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[follow maggie]

I’ve great luck with my BF Goodrich KO2 in the snow & ice and wet roads. Drove in a blizzard from Billings to this side of Butte in 2 wheel drive a couple years ago with no trouble.

[Crunchy]

I’ve great luck with my BF Goodrich KO2 in the snow & ice and wet roads. Drove in a blizzard from Billings to this side of Butte in 2 wheel drive a couple years ago with no trouble.

I think those are the top tier tire but wear on them isnt all that great.  I got 27k on my current set, and they are close to being worn out.

[follow maggie]

I’ve great luck with my BF Goodrich KO2 in the snow & ice and wet roads. Drove in a blizzard from Billings to this side of Butte in 2 wheel drive a couple years ago with no trouble.

I think those are the top tier tire but wear on them isnt all that great.  I got 27k on my current set, and they are close to being worn out.

I always get a little better than 40k from mine. I have about 25k on my current set and have lots of tread left.

[Sakko300wsm]

Just had a set of BFG KO2’s- only got 25k , won’t be getting them again.
Trying a set of Nitto ridge grapplers- have great reviews on the diesel forums

[Happy Gilmore]

I’ve great luck with my BF Goodrich KO2 in the snow & ice and wet roads. Drove in a blizzard from Billings to this side of Butte in 2 wheel drive a couple years ago with no trouble.

I think those are the top tier tire but wear on them isnt all that great.  I got 27k on my current set, and they are close to being worn out.

I always get a little better than 40k from mine. I have about 25k on my current set and have lots of tread left.

On my second set of KM3's on my F 350. Second set of K02's on our dog truck which has an extra 3/4 ton box on the back. I get over 40K out of them on both rigs first set. I'm at 30K on the dog trucks second set. Rotated them more frequently this time. I won't try another tire again. The BFG's have been the best tire I've owned. Two of our trucks are north of 280K miles one is at 170K. Gone through all major brands between the three. Les Schwab starts as the worst tire on my list, Goodyear MTR second worst. Coopers on my F 350 and the current set on my wifes 2002 2500 have been very good tires. BFG's have exceeded quality and traction in every situation over all others.

[Happy Gilmore]

I will add from experience on first set of BFG Ko2's on our dog truck(runs heavy with stainless dog box on back weighs 3/4 ton), if your truck is out of alignment or you don't keep up on air pressure and rotation, they do wear faster. I'd say more so than other tires. I got an alignment, rotated tires religiously every 8k and put on new shocks and my current set looks great at 30K miles. Considering the every mile, every day extra load, that is outstanding mileage.

My KM3's mud terrains are my favorite. The deep traction lugs are amazing on snow, ice, desert rocks..it is made for it all. They are also pretty quiet on the road. More so than whatever those tires are that specialize in making a pretend mud tire for 22 and 24" mall cruiser wheels..

[meatwhack]

Personally I’d go with a MT or an aggressive AT and sipe them and if you need more ice traction stud them as well. Unless you’re strictly driving on pavement a more aggressive tread will be beneficial. I’ve had good luck with Goodyear MTR’s and Toyo AT Xtremes. Both have done really well in snow and lasted 50 to 60k.

[jasonstevens]

Toyota mt are crap in my opinion. Been running the ko2's on my truck and both my kids rigs .2 years so far and there still like new. That's what I would recommend but that's just me.

[Wingin it]

I am impressed with the Cooper AT3's I am running now. Trying to decide whether I should replace them now or run them through the winter. 45k in them now.

[fowl smacker]

If you're looking for the best winter tire only, I recommend something with studs.  My cooper discoverer st maxx's are awesome all around tires for wintery conditions and non winter conditions.  You can get them studded as well.  My first set lasted almost 60k on my Tundra crew max, so I bought them again.  Love them.

[Skyvalhunter]

BFH K02's thru simple tire

[spin05]

I like the Cooper SST pros. Been getting almost 50k out of em. Price is right and made in USA

[Boss .300 winmag]

Probably a little off topic, but what I’ve learned is once you have to chain up your tires don’t really matter anymore, they just need to be round and hold air.

The chains are what’s doing the work.

But my favorite unchained are Goodyear Duratracks.👍

[Harbor_hunter]

I'll throw in another vote for the BFG AT's.  Got 50k out of my first set on an F-350 diesel.  Second set has 12 and is doing great.  I think the Cooper STT's are another good vote as well.   Know a lot of people that have them and lots of positive feedback.

[Nibenza]

Hello from Alaska. If you are not interested in studs buy Blizzaks and don't look back. Just don't run them in the summer, they'll wear out.

[woodswalker]

Running Toyo MTs and carry chains.  Once you chain up, it really doesn't matter.  Only had to chain up legally, have not seen anything I cannot get through yet.  Even ice i just take it EASY.

[2MANY]

Running Toyo MTs and carry chains.  Once you chain up, it really doesn't matter.  Only had to chain up legally, have not seen anything I cannot get through yet.  Even ice i just take it EASY.

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[Old Man Yager]

I love my Bfg K02s, but my Taco is so light in the rear that I spin them pretty easy. When it's in 4wd in the snow, they do really well.

[Thehowler]

Another vote for the Goodyear Duratracs. All three of my rigs are wearing them.

[b23]

I love my Bfg K02s, but my Taco is so light in the rear that I spin them pretty easy. When it's in 4wd in the snow, they do really well.

I run Michelin X-Ice and 3-4 sand tubes directly over the rear axle in my Taco for winter driving.  The sand tubes alone make a HUGE difference.

[KopperBuck]

STT Pros good mud tire. Not winter tire. But people over look that for the cool factor. Big fan of BFG K02. Have them on a Toyota and won't ever change. I'd like to run them on our 1 ton but we pull too much on the pavement it wouldn't be a good fit I'm afraid. Any really good tire for snow is gonna wear. There's a reason they do well and it ain't because they're harder than hammered out owl shyt.

[hunt3636223]

I like the Cooper SST pros. Been getting almost 50k out of em. Price is right and made in USA

Agreed on the STT Pros.  Awesome tire, tough as nails and wears well on a diesel pickup.  I’ve been getting around 50K out of a set as well if you keep them rotated. They do awesome in snow and surprisingly well on ice. Cheaper than the Toyo M/T and as you said made in the good ‘ol USA!!

[Happy Gilmore]

STT Pros good mud tire. Not winter tire. But people over look that for the cool factor. Big fan of BFG K02. Have them on a Toyota and won't ever change. I'd like to run them on our 1 ton but we pull too much on the pavement it wouldn't be a good fit I'm afraid. Any really good tire for snow is gonna wear. There's a reason they do well and it ain't because they're harder than hammered out owl shyt.

On my second set of KM3's on my F 350. I tow, haul and work it a lot and tow highway. Have second set of KMO's on my 2500 dog truck which also tows trailer a lot on highway miles. Not much difference between the two except the KM3's throw a LOT more rocks on gravel. Noise level is the same. Wear is comparable.

BFG and don't look back-

[sagerat]

Anyone mention M55’s yet? I’ve never been disappointed.

[boneaddict]

They are what I run.

[Special T]

You guys can argue about a lot of different kinds of tires.  Chains and the ability to tossed on quick are where it's at. Especially with a trailer.

You can avoid chains with more weight on the truck.

New studs are crap.  There are no more carbon steel core studs they are all soft metal crap. That is unless you order out of state and can gun your own studs!

There is a commerical semi truck trad that is similar to the Yokohama Icegaurd or geolander. A directional snow tire. Lots of use in BC and to me that means it works well.

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[Fl0und3rz]

Probably a little off topic, but what I’ve learned is once you have to chain up your tires don’t really matter anymore, they just need to be round and hold air.

The chains are what’s doing the work.

But my favorite unchained are Goodyear Duratracks.👍

This and carry chains.

[Timberstalker]

Yokahama Geolander M/T’s

I got 50k out of a set on my 3/4 ton Cummins. They are the best tire as far as traction and longevity that I’ve found.

[Miles]

Probably a little off topic, but what I’ve learned is once you have to chain up your tires don’t really matter anymore, they just need to be round and hold air.

The chains are what’s doing the work.

But my favorite unchained are Goodyear Duratracks.👍

This and carry chains.

Chains are great.  The bad part is some of the newer trucks will not accept chains on the front.   I know on my 2016 Duramax chains are a no go on the front.   

[Skyvalhunter]

How much did they cost you?

[spin05]

Yokahama Geolander M/T’s

I got 50k out of a set on my 3/4 ton Cummins. They are the best tire as far as traction and longevity that I’ve found.

I do like those G003

[fishngamereaper]

Anyone mention M55’s yet? I’ve never been disappointed.

  I carry chains but have never needed them..these tires continue to impress me. Over 40k miles and still lots of life left. GMC hd.

[jeffro]

I have 38” Toyo M/Ts on my lifted 2001 GMC 3500hd 8.1L
The first set (on my third now) were very good, next two I’ve had siped,
They are awesome on ice and better in snow.
Never had to chain up, even when I hunted the late season Swakane 4yrs ago
But I did help three guys out of the ditch that wished they would have.

[Wingin it]

I am on my 2nd set of Cooper Discoverer AT/3's and have been really happy with them. They are pretty quiet for an all terrain, ride nice, and are really grippy in snow. I got 50k out of the first set.

[cem3434]

I am on my 2nd set of Cooper Discoverer AT/3's and have been really happy with them. They are pretty quiet for an all terrain, ride nice, and are really grippy in snow. I got 50k out of the first set.

Another vote for Coopers as I run them on everything and have never been disappointed.

[Crunchy]

I pulled the trigger on a set of Falken Wildpeak AT3s.  Discount wanted 307 a tire.  They ended up matching Walmart price of 264.  Well see how they hold up.

[HntnFsh]

I think you will like the Falkens.