Tests – · none yet Owners 68 · 80 reviews
Firestone Destination A/T vs Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): the weighted average of the categories below, each 60% road tests and 40% owner reviews. Based on 0 + 1 road tests and 80 + 910 owner reviews. How we score
Destination A/T leads, 68–66 Narrow edge
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Tests – · 1 test Owners 65 · 910 reviews
“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”
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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67
Dry
Level67Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 68 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Reviews found online 67 67 Destination A/T: 60% × 67.6 (est.) + 40% × 67.3 = 67
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.5 (est.) + 40% × 67.1 = 67
No road tests of dry for Destination A/T. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).
No road tests of dry for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.40).
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70
Wet
Destination A/T +367Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 70 (est.) ≈ 68 (est.) Reviews found online 70 66 Destination A/T: 60% × 69.8 (est.) + 40% × 69.8 = 70
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.6 (est.) + 40% × 65.9 = 67
No road tests of wet for Destination A/T. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).
No road tests of wet for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.56).
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69
Snow
Destination A/T +960Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 69 (est.) ≈ 64 (est.) Reviews found online 68 53 Destination A/T: 60% × 69.4 (est.) + 40% × 68.3 = 69
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 64.2 (est.) + 40% × 52.8 = 60
No road tests of snow for Destination A/T. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).
No road tests of snow for Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.33).
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68
Comfort
Destination A/T +167Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 69 (est.) ≈ 69 (est.) Reviews found online 67 66 Destination A/T: 60% × 68.8 (est.) + 40% × 67.1 = 68
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 68.5 (est.) + 40% × 65.7 = 67
No road tests of comfort for Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is the tested tires’ average (69): owners’ comfort ratings barely follow the road tests.
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69
Noise
Dynapro HT RH12 +170Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) ≈ 67 (est.) ≈ 67 (est.) Reviews found online 71 75 Destination A/T: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 70.9 = 69
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 67.3 (est.) + 40% × 75.2 = 70
No road tests of noise for Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12. The test half is the tested tires’ average (67): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.
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67
Treadwear
Destination A/T +364Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests ≈ 66 (est.) 64 Reviews found online 68 64 Destination A/T: 60% × 66.4 (est.) + 40% × 68.3 = 67
Dynapro HT RH12: 60% × 63.9 + 40% × 64 = 64
No road tests of treadwear for Destination A/T. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.31).
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65
Handling (owners)
Level65Why this score
Source Destination A/T Dynapro HT RH12 Reviews found online 65 65
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T | Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 66 |
| Dry | 67 | 67 |
| Wet | 70 | 67 |
| Snow | 69 | 60 |
| Comfort | 68 | 67 |
| Noise | 69 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 67 | 64 |
| Handling (owners) | 65 | 65 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
Weight the categories that matter to you
Wet grip starts at “Important”. Treadwear starts at “Neutral” here: road tests measured it for at most one of the two tires, so it rests on owner reviews. Move the sliders and the scores update instantly.
Destination A/T
Dynapro HT RH12
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.
| Discipline | Category | Destination A/T | Dynapro HT RH12 | Δ | Head-to-head |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Also published by the testers (not in the score) | |||||
| Overall Ranking | Overall | #8/13 2018 SA4x4 All-Terrain Tire Test R17 | #10/13 2022 Consumer Reports All Season Truck Tires | – | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A Destination A/T
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
- Strong value proposition with competitive pricing
- Reliable traction in diverse conditions including snow, sand, and wet pavement
Cons
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather traction as tread depth wears down
- Tendency to hydroplane in deep standing water
- Limited performance in deep, thick mud compared to more aggressive mud-terrain tires
Tire B Dynapro HT RH12
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Firestone Destination A/T
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Community discussions around the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 highlight it primarily as a mid-tier, budget-conscious highway all-season option for trucks and SUVs. Drivers appreciate its quiet ride, stable tracking, and solid grip, though some note a slightly jumpy ride quality. Most mentions revolve around purchase pricing, sizing options, and comparisons to alternative all-terrain or highway tires.
“Quote: Originally Posted by Bamaman This must be one of the most popular size of tires on the retail tire market. We're talking 100's to pick from. And unfortunately it's a very expensive tire size too. Yes I've noticed they are expensive! Although I realize I am not limited to just what is in stock at my nearest DiscTire, what they have now is interesting - not many in stock right now. They range from the $169 Trailfinder All Terrain, the $206.00 Cooper Discovers ATP II, the $209.00 Hankook Dynapro HT RH12, then a big jump up to the $277.00 Michelin Defender LTX M/S, and the YUGE $293.00 BFG A/T T/A KO2. I need a tire pretty much for road driving only. I do not often go out of town but for instance I've got a 9 hour trip later this month. It snows here in my area maybe..2 weeks / year, and nothing insane. So I don't really even need A/T tires in my opinion. The Hankook Dynapro seems to fit budget and looks like a good road tire. I can't tell which ones are Chinese but, sure, I'd love to avoid that too! Thanks for all the suggestions here.”
“For Sale: 3X Used Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 Tire - 205/75R16C Description: 3 used Hankook Dynapro HT (RH12) highway all-season tire is available. This model is designed for vans, pickups, and sport utility vehicles, combining long treadwear, good ride comfort, and all-season traction. Brand: Hankook Model: Dynapro HT (RH12) Size: 205/75R16C Condition: Used/Part-worn. The tire has been previously used. Features: The tire features a high-grip silica compound for improved wet and dry traction and a reinforced under-tread to prevent internal damage from impacts. Price: $300 Location: South Denver, Metro area delivery for $50 Read more”
“I'm having these tires put on right now. I went with the dynapro HT in a 265/65/17”
Based on 8 community posts
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T | B · Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All-Season tire |
| Vehicle type | SUV and 4x4 | — |
| Sizes available | 2 | 24 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 17″ | 15″ – 22″ |
| Tread depth | 14/32″ | 14/32″ |
| UTQG | 460 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | — | 40,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Outlined White Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 50 psi | 54 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
Firestone Destination A/T
Hankook Dynapro HT RH12
Narrow edge: Firestone Destination A/T — better snow, wet and treadwear. Where the Hankook Dynapro HT RH12 is ahead, it is by less than 3 points.
Firestone Destination A/T scores 69 vs 60 on snow.
Firestone Destination A/T scores 70 vs 67 on wet.
Firestone Destination A/T scores 67 vs 64 on treadwear.
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Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Which is better in the wet, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Firestone Destination A/T, 70 vs 67 on our wet score.
Which grips better on dry roads, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Neither, by our numbers: 67 vs 67 on the dry score, within 3 points.
Which is better in snow, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Firestone Destination A/T, 69 vs 60 on our snow score.
Which is quieter, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Neither, by our numbers: 69 vs 70 on the noise score, within 3 points.
Which is more comfortable, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Neither, by our numbers: 68 vs 67 on the comfort score, within 3 points.
Which lasts longer, Destination A/T or Dynapro HT RH12?
Firestone Destination A/T, 67 vs 64 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