All-terrain tires are the most popular aftermarket upgrade for pickup trucks, and it’s easy to see why — they look aggressive, handle off-road conditions that highway tires can’t touch, and many now carry winter certifications that make them genuine four-season solutions. But the A/T category is massive, with huge variation in noise, tread life, and off-road capability. Here’s how the top options stack up in 2025.
What Makes a Good All-Terrain Truck Tire
A great A/T tire balances five things: off-road traction (the whole point), highway noise (where you’ll spend most of your time), tread life (A/T tires aren’t cheap), wet braking (safety), and weight (affects fuel economy and braking). No tire wins all five — the art is choosing which trade-offs matter for your use case.
Top 5 All-Terrain Truck Tires (2025)
1. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3
The third generation of the tire that created the all-terrain category. The KO3 improves on the legendary KO2 with better snow traction (redesigned siping pattern), longer tread life, and slightly improved fuel economy. Sidewall protection remains best-in-class thanks to CoreGard Technology — essential for rock crawling and trail use where sidewall punctures are the primary failure mode.
The KO3 carries the 3PMSF winter certification and has posted impressive results in controlled snow testing. Real-world KO2 owners routinely reported 50,000-65,000 mile tread life; the KO3 is expected to match or exceed that. The trade-off remains weight — Load Range E versions are heavy, costing 1-2 MPG versus highway tires.
3PMSF rated: Yes
Warranty: 50,000 miles
Common truck sizes: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, LT285/70R17, LT275/60R20
Price range: $210–$310 per tire
2. Falken Wildpeak A/T4W
The Falken Wildpeak has become the KO3’s primary competitor, particularly in winter performance. In independent snow and ice testing (LT 265/70R17, temperatures -7°C to -13°C), the A/T4W consistently ranks at or near the top among all-terrain tires. Truck forum communities in Alaska, Minnesota, and the Pacific Northwest strongly favor the Falken for winter-heavy climates.
The A/T4W is heavy — sometimes heavier than the KO3 in comparable sizes — and some owners report balancing issues that require road-force balancing rather than standard spin balancing. But if winter performance is your priority in an A/T tire, the Falken is hard to beat.
3PMSF rated: Yes
Warranty: 55,000 miles
Common truck sizes: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, LT285/70R17, LT275/60R20
Price range: $175–$270 per tire
3. Toyo Open Country A/T III
The quietest A/T tire on this list. The Open Country AT III uses a variable-pitch tread design that breaks up the repeating pattern responsible for the characteristic A/T drone on highways. For truck owners who split time 70/30 between highway and trail, the Toyo is the best daily driver of the top A/T options. It’s also lighter than both the KO3 and Falken, which translates to about 1 MPG better fuel economy.
The trade-off is sidewall durability — the Toyo doesn’t have the aggressive sidewall lugs of the KO3 or Falken, making it more vulnerable on sharp rock crawling. For moderate trail use and forest roads, it’s perfectly capable.
3PMSF rated: Yes
Warranty: 65,000 miles
Common truck sizes: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, LT285/70R17, LT275/60R20
Price range: $190–$280 per tire
4. Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT
Cooper’s newest A/T entry (launched 2024 under Goodyear ownership) is the value pick. It carries 3PMSF certification, features wide-groove tread design for mud evacuation, and undercuts premium competitors by $30-50 per tire. Early adopter reviews from truck forums are positive — traction and noise levels competitive with established names at a lower cost. If you’re outfitting a fleet or working truck on a budget, the Stronghold AT is the smart money.
3PMSF rated: Yes
Warranty: 60,000 miles
Common truck sizes: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, LT275/70R18
Price range: $160–$240 per tire
5. Nitto Ridge Grappler
The Ridge Grappler occupies the space between all-terrain and mud-terrain. It’s more aggressive than any tire above — deeper voids, larger tread blocks, and reinforced sidewalls with aggressive styling. For truck owners who do serious off-road work (mud, deep gravel, construction sites) but still need acceptable highway manners, the Ridge Grappler is the most aggressive option before crossing into dedicated mud-terrain territory.
The trade-off: it’s noticeably louder than the Toyo or Cooper on highways, and tread life is shorter at about 40,000-45,000 miles. But for visual impact and extreme off-road traction, nothing in the A/T class matches it.
3PMSF rated: No
Warranty: N/A
Common truck sizes: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, LT285/70R17, LT295/70R18
Price range: $220–$320 per tire
Load Range SL vs. C vs. D vs. E: What You Need
Standard Load (SL): Lightest, most comfortable ride, best fuel economy. Right for daily drivers who don’t tow heavily or rock crawl. Most car-based crossovers should stick here.
Load Range C (6-ply rated): Good balance of load capacity and ride comfort. Adequate for moderate towing and occasional off-road use. Popular on mid-size trucks like the Tacoma and Colorado.
Load Range D (8-ply rated): Increased load capacity for regular towing. The sweet spot for full-size trucks like the F-150 and Ram 1500 that tow regularly.
Load Range E (10-ply rated): Maximum load capacity and sidewall protection. Required for heavy towing (10,000+ lbs) and serious rock crawling. The ride is noticeably stiffer, and fuel economy drops. Many truck owners who switch from SL to E regret the ride quality loss if they don’t actually need the extra capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all-terrain tires hurt fuel economy?
Yes. Expect 1-3 MPG less than highway tires, depending on tire weight and tread aggressiveness. The Toyo AT III has the least impact among top A/T options. Load Range E tires have more impact than SL due to increased weight (8-12 lbs per tire heavier).
How long do all-terrain truck tires last?
Premium A/T tires last 40,000-65,000 miles with regular rotation. The Toyo AT III leads with a 65,000-mile warranty, followed by the Cooper Stronghold AT at 60,000. The KO3 and Falken are shorter at 50,000-55,000 miles but offer superior sidewall protection.
Can I run all-terrain tires year-round?
Yes, especially if they carry the 3PMSF snowflake symbol (KO3, Falken A/T4W, Toyo AT III, Cooper Stronghold). These tires meet the minimum traction standard for severe winter conditions. They won’t match dedicated winter tires on ice, but they provide genuine winter capability for regions with moderate snowfall.
