All-terrain tire Updated October 2026

BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 review

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Owners 73 · 1,574 reviews analysed

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The BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 is widely regarded as a benchmark all-terrain tire, praised for its aggressive styling, exceptional off-road durability, and surprising on-road manners. While many users report stellar longevity and confident handling in dry, gravel, and light snow conditions, a notable segment of drivers express frustration over declining wet-weather traction and rubber hardening as the tires age.

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#aggressive look#winter and snow traction#sidewall durability#balancing and vibrations#road noise levels
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2

What owners say

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Road tests
0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews
0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

73/100

From 1,574 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would recommend 95%
Dry
Overall dry
75.5
Corner stability
74.5
Dry traction
75.6
Steering response
74.8
Wet
Overall wet
72.2
Hydroplaning resistance
75.4
Wet traction
74.7
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
75.5
Light snow
70.8
Heavy snow
70
Ice
65.7
Comfort
Overall comfort
71.5
Ride comfort
70.9
Noise
Overall noise
71.6
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
73.3
Handling
Overall handling
70.8
Off-road
Overall off-road
71.8
Dirt
73.7
Sand
71.8
Mud
70.3
Rock
72.2

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BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 specs & sizes

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1,574 owner reviews found online.

The BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 is widely regarded as a benchmark all-terrain tire, praised for its aggressive styling, exceptional off-road durability, and surprising on-road manners. While many users report stellar longevity and confident handling in dry, gravel, and light snow conditions, a notable segment of drivers express frustration over declining wet-weather traction and rubber hardening as the tires age.

Pros

  • Exceptional off-road traction and puncture resistance on rocks, gravel, and dirt
  • Aggressive, rugged aesthetics that enhance the look of trucks and SUVs
  • Impressive tread longevity and high mileage capabilities
  • Relatively quiet and smooth highway ride for an aggressive all-terrain tire

Cons

  • Reduced grip and slippery performance in wet conditions, rain, and standing water
  • Rubber tends to harden over time, negatively impacting cold-weather and ice traction
  • Higher price point compared to some competitors
  • Tendency to pick up and throw small stones from gravel roads

Worth knowing

  • Users running heavy-duty pickups and loaded commercial vans noted strong load-carrying durability, though some motorhome and heavy van applications experienced unresponsiveness and lateral movement at highway speeds.
  • Drivers of lighter 4x4s like Jeeps and older Land Defenders frequently highlighted the precise steering feel and lack of excessive road noise relative to dedicated mud tires.

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4 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

Best All Terrain tires Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18

7th of 7
Best: Snow Braking · 1st Weakest: Dry Handling · 7th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking6th of 7
Wet Handling6th of 7
Dry Braking6th of 7
Dry Handling7th of 7
Snow Braking1st of 7
Snow Traction3rd of 7
Snow Handling1st of 7
Rolling Resistance7th of 7
Straight Aqua5th of 7
Curved Aquaplaning5th of 7
Noise6th of 7
Gravel Handling2nd of 7
Gravel Traction3rd of 7
Sand Traction2nd of 7
Gravel Braking2nd of 7
Mud Traction3rd of 7

Source: Promobil

2025 Wybór Kierowców Off Road Tire Test R18 · 255/55R18

6th of 5

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Wybór Kierowców

2018 SA4x4 All-Terrain Tire Test R17 · 265/65R17

11th of 13

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: SA4x4

2017 Drive Out Off Road 4x4 tire Test · 265/65 R17

2nd of 7

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

What owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.

Community sentiment toward the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 is largely positive, with drivers frequently praising its aggressive styling, tough sidewalls, off-road durability, and solid general performance. Many owners report capable handling in snow, though several emphasize that it cannot replace a dedicated winter tire and can struggle on ice or packed snow. Criticisms center on high pricing, added weight hurting fuel economy, mud packing, occasional tread chunking, and difficulties with balancing causing highway vibrations.

Sentiment breakdown
Positive41%
Mixed40%
Negative19%
Top themes
#aggressive look#winter and snow traction#sidewall durability#balancing and vibrations#road noise levels#fuel economy impact#tread wear life

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