Tests – · none yet Owners 73 · 1,588 reviews
“I like mine so much I'm on my second set. I got 55k out of my first set (could have got another 10k but started to get a little noisy). Exact tire you have (265/70-17 C load) on a 2018 4Runner.”
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BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 vs General Grabber AT3 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews (comfort 40/60). Based on 0 + 2 road tests and 1,588 + 251 owner reviews. How we score
Grabber AT3 leads, 73–71 Narrow edge
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Tests 70 · 2 tests Owners 78 · 251 reviews
Best test result: #2 of 8 in 2018 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test (noise)
“How long have I got? Grabber at3s, plenty of tread but I’m seeing some cracks forming. Are these something I need to be concerned about imminently or am I safe to continue driving for a few more months?”
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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72
Dry
All-Terrain T/A KO2 +171Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 70 (est.) 66 Reviews found online 74 78 Dry Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 95% 95% Dry Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 95% 97% All-Terrain T/A KO2: 60% × 70.3 (est.) + 40% × 73.5 = 72
Grabber AT3: 60% × 66.4 + 40% × 77.8 = 71
No road tests of dry for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).
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71
Wet
Grabber AT3 +172Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 71 (est.) 68 Reviews found online 70 78 Curved Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 77% 75% Straight Aquaplaning (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 87% 85% Wet Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 71% 82% Wet Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 90% 96% All-Terrain T/A KO2: 60% × 70.6 (est.) + 40% × 70.4 = 71
Grabber AT3: 60% × 68.3 + 40% × 78.2 = 72
No road tests of wet for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).
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74
Snow
Grabber AT3 +175Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 72 (est.) 77 Reviews found online 76 73 Snow Braking (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 100% 98% Snow Handling (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 1–0 100% 97% Snow Traction (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 96% 99% All-Terrain T/A KO2: 60% × 72.2 (est.) + 40% × 75.9 = 74
Grabber AT3: 60% × 77.1 + 40% × 72.8 = 75
No road tests of snow for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).
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69
Comfort
Grabber AT3 +675Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 69 (est.) ≈ 71 (est.) Reviews found online 69 77 All-Terrain T/A KO2: 40% × 68.7 (est.) + 60% × 68.5 = 69
Grabber AT3: 40% × 70.5 (est.) + 60% × 77.4 = 75
No road tests of comfort for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
No road tests of comfort for Grabber AT3. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).
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68
Noise
Grabber AT3 +472Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 66 (est.) 75 Reviews found online 72 ≈ 66 (est.) Noise (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 96% 99% All-Terrain T/A KO2: 60% × 66.3 (est.) + 40% × 71.7 = 68
Grabber AT3: 60% × 75.3 + 40% × 66.3 (est.) = 72
No road tests of noise for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is the tested tires’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
No owner ratings of noise for Grabber AT3. The owner half is the owners’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests, so the tests say nothing about how owners would rate it.
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73
Treadwear
Grabber AT3 +376Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 70 (est.) ≈ 72 (est.) Reviews found online 77 82 All-Terrain T/A KO2: 60% × 70.1 (est.) + 40% × 76.5 = 73
Grabber AT3: 60% × 71.9 (est.) + 40% × 81.6 = 76
No road tests of treadwear for All-Terrain T/A KO2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
No road tests of treadwear for Grabber AT3. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).
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66
Handling (owners)
Grabber AT3 +874Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Reviews found online 66 74 -
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Efficiency
No comparison52Why this score
Source All-Terrain T/A KO2 Grabber AT3 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests – 52 Rolling Resistance (% of best) · 1 shared test · wins 0–1 75% 86%
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | General Grabber AT3 |
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| Relative Score | 71 | 73 |
| Dry | 72 | 71 |
| Wet | 71 | 72 |
| Snow | 74 | 75 |
| Comfort | 69 | 75 |
| Noise | 68 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 73 | 76 |
| Handling (owners) | 66 | 74 |
| Efficiency | – | 52 |
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Headline score
71
/ 100
All-Terrain T/A KO2
73
/ 100
Grabber AT3
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
The professional test results behind the scores
Per discipline: the average % of the best tire over every test both tires were in, and how many of those tests each one won. “Different tests” rows compare results from separate tests.
In the overall rankings of 4 tests that ran both, BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 finished ahead 1 times and General Grabber AT3 3 times.
| Discipline | Category | All-Terrain T/A KO2 | Grabber AT3 | Δ | Head-to-head |
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| Dry Braking | Dry | 95% | 95% | −0.7 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 95% | 97% | −2.0 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | Wet | 77% | 75% | +1.3 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Straight Aquaplaning | Wet | 87% | 85% | +2.2 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 71% | 82% | −11.1 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 90% | 96% | −5.8 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 100% | 98% | +1.8 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 100% | 97% | +2.7 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 96% | 99% | −2.7 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Noise | Noise | 96% | 99% | −3.3 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 75% | 86% | −11.2 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Gravel Braking | Off-road | 99% | 96% | +3.4 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Gravel Handling | Off-road | 99% | 95% | +3.8 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Gravel Traction | Off-road | 99% | 98% | +1.2 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Mud Traction | Off-road | 94% | 93% | +1.0 | 1–0 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Sand Traction | Off-road | 99% | 100% | −1.1 | 0–1 in 1 shared test Newest: Best All Terrain Tyres Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] · 255/55 R18 |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #6/5 | #3/5 | – | 1–3 in 4 shared tests Newest: 2025 Wybór Kierowców Off Road Tire Test R18 · 255/55R18 |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A All-Terrain T/A KO2
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
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
Tire B Grabber AT3
Pros
- Exceptionally low road noise for an all-terrain tire, maintaining high highway comfort
- Strong on-road handling and grip in both dry and wet conditions
- Reliable light off-road traction, particularly on grass, gravel, dirt tracks, and light mud
Cons
- Softer sidewalls can lead to vulnerability against sharp stones, flints, or tree stumps
- Subpar performance on compacted snow and ice compared to dedicated winter tires
- Tread can pack up and struggle in deep, heavy, or extremely soft mud
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Positive
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
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.
subaruoutback.org
·6 upvotes ·2022-09-17
“No opinion here between the Yokohamas or Falkens (both of which I would definitely put on my Outback ) but in my experience the BFG KOs are way too much tire for the Outback . I put a set of 4 on my 2013 Outback and quickly discovered that other than looking great, and being virtually bulletproof, everything else about them is a downside. Rough ride, lot of road noise, lost about 2 mpg in fuel cost, and very heavy when I did my tire rotations, which BFG says you should do every 3,000 miles to prevent excess wear. Like they say about many things, the two happiest days in my 2013 Outback ’s life were the day I put the KO2s on, and the day, after about 10,000 miles, I replaced them with “regular” tires . Great tires for a heavier vehicle, but too much for the relatively light Outback . I’ve read many Outback owner’s reviews being very happy with the Wildpeaks AND Geolanders. Sounds like that person has an agenda.”
f150forum.com
“I changed my mind on what tire I'm getting. I bought the BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 LT in an E1 load rating . Discount tire put my truck specs in and even had new tire placard for the door jam. The new pressure to meet the truck weight and GVWR axle requirements has a recommended tire pressure of 41 psi in the rear and 41 psi in the front. The Goodyear wrangler Adventure with Kevlar C1 load rated LT tires required 45 psi in the rear and 45 psi in the front tires. This due to it's lower rating. Sales manager told me the Goodrich AT KO2 have better on road characteristics, better off road characteristics, and better snow performance. The BFGoodrich AT KO2 were my first choice but didn't think an E1 Load tire would work on my rims. They were the same price as the Goodyear Adventure with Kevlar so I came out good.”
f150gen14.com
·1 upvote ·2023-03-29
“I have ran both of those options in the past all on half ton trucks. Like other have said a lot depends on what you will use your truck for but for me the all around comfort and off road/winter performance would go to Falken. The KO2 for me had a harsher ride obviously because it's a 8 ply D rate tire. The KO2 also seems to wear fast initially and then i don't know if the rubber compound changed or what but it became hard and noisy but did last a really long time. The Falken were quieter and better riding through out the entire life of the tire. They only thing i would suggest is go to a reputable tire store and have them road force balance. I ran two sets of Falkens on previous trucks with no issues but when i tried to put them on my current 22' F150 i went through 7 different tires and they still couldn't get them to balance properly so i just sent them back and put some Yokohama G015 AT's on it. I'm not sure if it was an issue with the balancer at the shop i was at, their distributor sending them crappy tires, or a bad run of tires from Falken but i would definitely pay the extra to have them road force balanced. Good luck with choosing a tire!”
Top themes
#aggressive look#winter and snow traction#sidewall durability#balancing and vibrations#road noise levels#fuel economy impact#tread wear life
Based on 395 community posts
Tire B
Positive
General Grabber AT3
Community feedback for the General Grabber AT3 is largely positive, with owners highlighting strong tread longevity, smooth ride comfort, and low road noise. Drivers also appreciate its off-road capability in gravel, mud, and snow, though occasional questions arise regarding sidewall damage, cracking, and tire sizing fitment.
r/overlanding
·43 upvotes ·2024-08-23
“General Grabber AT3, Africa and a 2x4 Benz Hi y'all, I'm Norman and together with my girlfriend Mélanie we are close to our dream of riding our 2x4 Mercedes Transporter from 1986 from Switzerland down to South Africa. We'll be taking the west coast road and are overly excited for this two years long trip. We are planning the trip so, that we will be during the dry season in West Africa. Of course the 2x4 is probably not the best choice but should be manageable with a couple aluminum recovery boards, cords, shovel and trucks claws (these traction things to strap around the tire) and last but not least some (5 in total ;) General Grabber AT tires along with a compressor and a puncture fixing set... Puuuh, sounds a lot but is it enough? What are your thoughts?? I mean we'll be doing it ANY WAY. Because a smart man once said "You'd be crazy NOT to go". Just interested if we should consider anything else? Thank you so much for your time 🙂 Mélanie and Norman For everyone who's interested how it will go:”
r/F150Lightning
·1 upvote ·2025-12-07
“Another for the AT3 EV. If you search around you can get them cheaper. I got mine for $328/tire out the door, but I had to wait a few days for them to arrive, as there were none of them in my region at the time.”
r/TyreReviews
·3 upvotes ·2026-01-17
“Tyre Tear Switched fulltime about 6 months ago to these General Grabber AT3 (manufacture 2021) that I had as spares and recently noticed this tear on the surface. Not sure if it's from road debris or a bottle, but wondering what it means for the tyre integrity. Done about 7,000 kms in these”
Top themes
#tread life and durability#gravel and off-road performance#ride comfort and low noise#snow and loose terrain grip#tire damage and sidewall integrity#fitment and tire pressure
Based on 20 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | B · General Grabber AT3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All-Terrain tire | All-Terrain tire |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 49 | 77 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 20″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 13 - 15/32″ | — |
| UTQG | — | 560 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | — |
| Sizes in common | 31 | 31 |
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
73
/ 100
General Grabber AT3
Narrow edge: General Grabber AT3 — better handling, comfort and noise. Where the BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Grabber AT3 scores 74 vs 66 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
General Grabber AT3 scores 75 vs 69 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
General Grabber AT3 scores 72 vs 68 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
General Grabber AT3 scores 76 vs 73 on treadwear.
Tire A · BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2
Tire B · General Grabber AT3
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All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
Which is better in the wet, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
Neither, by our numbers: 71 vs 72 on the wet score, within 3 points.
Which grips better on dry roads, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
Neither, by our numbers: 72 vs 71 on the dry score, within 3 points.
Which is better in snow, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
Neither, by our numbers: 74 vs 75 on the snow score, within 3 points.
Which is quieter, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
General Grabber AT3, 72 vs 68 on our noise score.
Which is more comfortable, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
General Grabber AT3, 75 vs 69 on our comfort score.
Which lasts longer, All-Terrain T/A KO2 or Grabber AT3?
General Grabber AT3, 76 vs 73 on our treadwear score.
How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Handling is the exception: road tests measure it inside the dry and wet scores, so its own row comes from owner ratings only and starts as less important.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score. Full methodology