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Hankook Dynapro AT2 vs Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 — 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 + 1 road tests and 218 + 70 owner reviews. How we score

Roadian AT Pro RA8 is ahead, 68–57

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Hankook Dynapro AT2
Tire AHankook

Dynapro AT2

All-Terrain tire

± 8

Tests – · none yet Owners 51 · 218 reviews

“New shoes for the Sunset Truck Hankook Dynapro AT2 Extremes in 30x9.5. Read more”

Category by category

Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.

  1. 56

    Dry

    Roadian AT Pro RA8 +11
    67
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 61 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online5066

    Dynapro AT2: 60% × 60.6 (est.) + 40% × 50 = 56

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 60% × 67.1 (est.) + 40% × 66 = 67

    No road tests of dry for Dynapro AT2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).

    No road tests of dry for Roadian AT Pro RA8. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.41).

  2. 58

    Wet

    Roadian AT Pro RA8 +12
    70
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 62 (est.)≈ 70 (est.)
    Reviews found online5470

    Dynapro AT2: 60% × 61.5 (est.) + 40% × 53.9 = 58

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 60% × 70.3 (est.) + 40% × 70 = 70

    No road tests of wet for Dynapro AT2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

    No road tests of wet for Roadian AT Pro RA8. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.55).

  3. 61

    Snow

    Roadian AT Pro RA8 +9
    70
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 66 (est.)≈ 70 (est.)
    Reviews found online5570

    Dynapro AT2: 60% × 65.6 (est.) + 40% × 55.2 = 61

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 60% × 70.4 (est.) + 40% × 70 = 70

    No road tests of snow for Dynapro AT2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).

    No road tests of snow for Roadian AT Pro RA8. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.32).

  4. 52

    Comfort

    Roadian AT Pro RA8 +12
    64
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score)≈ 64 (est.)≈ 67 (est.)
    Reviews found online4563

    Dynapro AT2: 40% × 63.9 (est.) + 60% × 44.9 = 52

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 40% × 67.4 (est.) + 60% × 62.5 = 64

    No road tests of comfort for Dynapro AT2. 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 Roadian AT Pro RA8. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.20).

  5. –

    Noise

    No comparison
    68
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score)–≈ 66 (est.)
    Reviews found online–71

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 60% × 66.4 (est.) + 40% × 70.8 = 68

    No road tests of noise for Roadian AT Pro RA8. The test half is the tested tires’ average (66): owners’ noise ratings barely follow the road tests.

  6. 55

    Treadwear

    Roadian AT Pro RA8 +14
    69
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Professional tests (TWG score) · – / 1 tests≈ 60 (est.)67
    Reviews found online4873

    Dynapro AT2: 60% × 60 (est.) + 40% × 48.4 = 55

    Roadian AT Pro RA8: 60% × 66.9 + 40% × 73.3 = 69

    No road tests of treadwear for Dynapro AT2. The test half is estimated from the owner ratings, as far as owners and testers agree (correlation 0.36).

  7. 47

    Handling (owners)

    No comparison
    –
    Why this score
    SourceDynapro AT2Roadian AT Pro RA8
    Reviews found online47–
Scores at a glance
Hankook Dynapro AT2 vs Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryHankook Dynapro AT2Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8
Relative Score 57 68
Dry 56 67
Wet 58 70
Snow 61 70
Comfort 52 64
Noise – 68
Treadwear 55 69
Handling (owners) 47 –

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Dynapro AT2

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Roadian AT Pro RA8

Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dynapro AT2

Pros

  • Comfortable ride quality on asphalt compared to standard summer or previous all-terrain models
  • Good traction and control in dry and wet weather conditions, including dependable trailer towing
  • Favorable fuel economy (MPGs) and low road noise for many users when new

Cons

  • Poor performance and lack of secure handling in snow, ice, and slush at highway speeds
  • Develops significant road noise or drumming as the tread wears down
  • Concerns regarding casing durability, including reports of premature cracking and vulnerability to gravel punctures
All owner themes in the Dynapro AT2 review

Tire B Roadian AT Pro RA8

Pros

  • Exceptional value and affordable price point
  • Unusually quiet and smooth ride on the highway for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong traction and handling in dry and wet road conditions

Cons

  • Tread can pack with mud or deep snow, reducing traction in severe off-road or deep winter conditions
  • Gravel tends to get stuck easily in the tread blocks, creating persistent noise on unpaved roads
  • Some users reported limited longevity or hydroplaning once the tire wear reached higher mileage
All owner themes in the Roadian AT Pro RA8 review

What real owners are saying

From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score

Tire A

Hankook Dynapro AT2

Mixed

Community sentiment for the Hankook Dynapro AT2 is divided, with frequent distinctions drawn between standard OEM versions and aftermarket or 'Xtreme' models. While drivers appreciate the tire's quiet highway ride, decent fuel economy, and competitive pricing, many criticize the base factory version for poor wet and winter traction as well as lack of genuine off-road capability. In contrast, the Dynapro AT2 Xtreme variant receives widespread praise for improved snow performance, durability, and aggressive styling.

f150gen14.com ·2 upvotes ·2025-10-21

“Factory tires are usually worse than what you normally purchase at a tire shop. Have seen it with every new vehicle. (I get a new work vehicle every 3-4 years) If you look up those Dynapro AT2s, you'll see they even have a different tread pattern for the ones that come with new F-150s vs what is reviewed/shown on Tirerack.com They are cheaper, made for mpg, and don't last. I replaced mine on my 2023 at 20K miles. We noticed the same thing on my wife's VW. Came with some lower-end goodyears that were replaced at 15K. Also, tread-wear warranty only applies to defects. If they wear out sooner, that generally isn't covered by any tire brand.”

f150lightningforum.com ·2025-03-08

“I’ve had the Hankook Dynapro AT2s on another truck and their Dynapro AS on my Expedition. Both were terrible, even dangerous. Got rid of them early on both vehicles. My Lightning came with the General Grabbers. The Grabbers are decent, actually handle snow and wet very well, but are worthless for slush and ice. They’re not good on dirt. But I’ve kept them on now for a bit over 2 years. I’ll be replacing them before next winter as it will be about time anyway. Definitely want to go with something a bit more aggressive or winter-capable, just not sure which tires as of yet. Can’t really afford to sacrifice any range… Maybe just a tiny bit is all.”

f150forum.com

“I had the Hankook AT2 on my 2019 from the factory and they were way better than the Pirelli's that came on my '15 and my '22 F-150 FX4 trucks. They may not be a true AT tire, but they gave me 50,000 miles and functioned well in MN winters as on road tire and did well enough on the small number of off road excursions they took me on while hunting ( half mile to mile dirt trails and across various set-aside agricultural fields).”

Top themes
#poor wet traction#quiet highway ride#OEM vs aftermarket differences#AT2 Xtreme praise#snow and ice performance#fuel efficiency and treadwear#mild off-road capability

Based on 47 community posts

Tire B

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8

We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Hankook Dynapro AT2 B · Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8
CategoryAll-Terrain tireAll-Terrain tire
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Sizes available3339
Rim diameters15″ – 20″15″ – 22″
Tread depth—13/32″
UTQG440 - 660 A A - B560 A B
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
Sidewall—Outlined White Lettering
Max pressure—51 psi
Sizes in common1818

Which one should you actually buy?

Hankook Dynapro AT2

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8

Winner: Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 — better treadwear, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 scores 69 vs 55 on treadwear.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 scores 70 vs 58 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 scores 64 vs 52 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8 scores 67 vs 56 on dry.

Tire A · Hankook Dynapro AT2
Tire B · Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8

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Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Which is better in the wet, Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8, 70 vs 58 on our wet score.

Which grips better on dry roads, Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8, 67 vs 56 on our dry score.

Which is better in snow, Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8, 70 vs 61 on our snow score.

Which is more comfortable, Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8, 64 vs 52 on our comfort score.

Which lasts longer, Dynapro AT2 or Roadian AT Pro RA8?

Nexen Roadian AT Pro RA8, 69 vs 55 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