BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 vs Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT — Compared

“Yes, totally fine to run them on the stock 5.5" wide wheels, no rubbing and they're a good option for an upgrade while minimising drawbacks. I ran exactly that size KO2 for ~50,000 km, ended up selling them onto someone else and swapped to different wheels and tyres just for something different.”

“I drove to the Deadhorse, Alaska (as far north as you can drive in America). The Dalton highway is a notorious 400 mile gravel road start just north of Fairbanks. Lots of people bring 2 spares. I had 0 flats. KO2 eat snow and sand for breakfast. They definitely improve my Q5 and allow me to hang with proper off-roaders (at least for a little while)”

“BFG KO2 - 50k miles, some cracking between tread, slightly uneven wear. Time to replace? BFGoodrich KO2s on a 2021 F150 FX4 max tow. From what I can tell, these were the original tires and have just under 50k miles. Tread depth is technically OK based on the wear indicator. They show some cracking between treads, which may or may not be a problem based on the many threads and opinions here 😅 Bigger problem may be uneven wear. It looks like the original owner missed some regular rotations, and two of the tires (front when I bought the truck) were visibly more rounded than the rear. After 25k of regular 5k rotations it is maybe a little more even but still noticeable. They’re noisy - no surprise with with KO2s - and gas mileage isn’t great. I do tow occasionally - small travel trailer, 6x12 utility trailer, and rarely a pontoon. Time to replace? Or can I make it through another MN winter and replace next year?”

“COOPER DISCOVERER AT3 XLT / NO STUD / 32.56" / 54 LBS / 3 PEAK / $265.99 This is what I came here to suggest ^ BFG also has the KO3s coming out soon right? Pictures KO3s release for Spring 2023 Patagonia Milestars are also pretty great tires I hear, but I've never had them. They are a subsidiary company of Nankang, made in Taiwan.”

“Quote: Originally Posted by Stadt This was while I was running a ReadyLift 2.25" level only. The ride was good with only the level, just normal body roll and bed hop. Upgrading to the Bilstein 6112 and 5160 made the truck handle much better. You can gain this same set up with Bilsteins as well. The 285/65R20 did not rub unless the suspension was flexed, but under normal driving conditions, no issues. This tire size is perfect for a 2" level while running the stock wheels. Aftermarket wheels will require a smaller size, 275/65R20 is typically largest before significant rubbing. Thanks for the reply. I actually read through your entire build thread last night. Wow. Awesome stuff there. I’m planning on keeping the OEM Platinum trim 20” wheels. So I could run the Discoverer AT3 XLT 275/65 R20 without any rub at all with either a 2” spacer level or something like this kit from Fox? I don’t want to trim anything and don’t want any rub even when suspension is flexed. It seems like most info online indicates a 33” tire is the max for a 2” level and no rubbing. I believe the 275/65 R20 is a 34” tire. Thanks for the advice!”

“New shoes this week, Cooper Discoverer At3 XLT. I’m really impressed so far.”