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Picking the right tire for your truck isn't always easy, especially when there's hundreds
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of options out there with every brand claiming theirs is the best. Now some are built to bite
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through deep snow, some handle icy roads better, and others try to give you a mix of both
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So I went through the reviews, compared specs, and watched plenty of test videos
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and from all that I pulled together the six best winter truck tires available right now
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And if you find something you like, I'll leave links to all the winter truck tires in the description below. First up is the Falcon Wild Peak AT4W which I ranked as the most budget
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friendly winter truck tire. Now this one isn't one of those tires that only performs well in one
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condition and struggles in others. It's more of an all-in-one type of option especially if you want
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something reliable in the winter without paying top dollar. Now this tire is made for basically
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every weather condition, whether it's snow, mud, gravel, rocky trails, or highway miles
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The tread of this tire is deeper than what you usually see at this price point, and that's a
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big deal because it helps with grip and lasts longer before wearing down. Plus, the sidewalls
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are reinforced, so if you're driving over sharp rocks or uneven trails, you're not as likely to
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deal with cuts or damage. And what I love most about this tire is that it's designed to stay
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dependable in all kinds of weather. Whether it's scorching hot in the summer or icy cold in the snow
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the performance holds steady, which isn't too common in the budget category. Price-wise
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it usually comes in cheaper than most name brand tires, which is a steal compared to premium picks
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that can easily run you double that. So if you're looking for a tire that doesn't force you to
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choose between off-road toughness and winter reliability, then this one hits the sweet spot
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without draining your wallet. Next up is the Bridgestone Blizzic DMV2 which I ranked as best
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for icy conditions. And a lot of winter tires do fine in snow but ice is where most of the tires
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struggle. But there's nothing this tire can't handle when the road is frozen. The Bizzac uses
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a next generation multi-cell compound with a special coating that actually pulls the thin
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layer of water off the ice surface And I don know the science behind that but that little detail helps it grip better instead of sliding around especially when you need to break And they also designed this tread with about 15 more block edges compared to the older version And those
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extra edges act like tiny claws that bite into packed snow or slush and give you more control
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when everything feels slick. And another detail that I liked is the tires contact patch. Instead
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of pressure being uneven in spots, it spreads more evenly across the road. And that balance means
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steadier handling so you're not constantly correcting the wheel every time you hit a patch
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of ice. And here's what Jimmy had to say. I put these tires on my Ford F-150 and my wife's Ford
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Expedition EL. By far the best tire I've ever used for winter driving. They clean out very well due
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to all the siping. They grip icy roads well with the special rubber compound they use and they ride
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very well. The difference in road noise between my all-season radials and these is very little
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and if you remove them once temps reach 50, you'll get 4-5 seasons out of them
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As for pricing, these usually land in the mid to high range for winter truck tires
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Not the cheapest option out there, but considering how well they perform on ice
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I'd say it justifies the category. So if icy roads are your biggest worry during the winter
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then this one feels like a smart pick. Number 4 is the Nitto XO Grappler
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which I ranked as best for towing. And when I looked into this tire, what stood out to me is
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how it balances heavy duty strength with winter performance. A lot of truck tires can tow, but not
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all of them can handle icy roads and cold weather while pulling heavy weight. It's an all-weather
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all-terrain tire, but it's reinforced for towing. The load rating on this size is 123 by 120Q
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which means it's made to carry heavy loads without giving up stability. And that's important if
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you're pulling a trailer or hauling gear in the back and don't want the rear end slipping around
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when the road gets slick. Now if you look at the tread, it's aggressive enough for off-road
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conditions like gravel and snow. But at the same time, it's built with harder rubber
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on the shoulders for durability and that mix makes it last even longer, even under heavy
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use. Plus this tire is designed to stay quiet for an all-terrain tire. Yes, you still get
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some road noise but it's noticeably less compared to other aggressive towing tires
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which is a plus if you doing long highway drives Price wise this is usually run around to mid range per tire However if you use my link below you might be able to get a better deal Now it not the cheapest option but if you need something that can tow heavy while still holding traction in winter conditions that feels like
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money well spent. Number three is the BFG All-Terrain TA KO3, which I ranked as the best all year
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round winter truck tire. Now the first thing you'll notice about this tire is the thread
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It looks close to the KO2, but the blocks are shaped and placed differently
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Each block has full depth sipes and chamfered edges, so there are way more biting points on the road
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And that means better grip in snow, slush, and even loose gravel
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Now the durability is a big win for this tire. It uses core guard technology, which beefs up the sidewalls
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So when you air down for sand or deep snow, the tire grabs harder and resists cuts
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Plus, stone ejectors between the tread keep sharp rocks from getting stuck and causing damage
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And these tires also have an RFID chip. It's clearly built for the next step in tech, which is a smart move, and just like the KO2s
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they're also 3 peak snowflake rated, so they're certified for real winter use, not just in
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all season. Now for an aggressive tread, these run quieter than you'd expect, and the new compound
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should make them last longer too. Billy says, I'd put 3k miles on these tires and have zero complaints
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Super amazing on highway, amazing wet traction, mind-blowing wet traction, and even handled sand with ease
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Worth fronting the price for the performance. And price-wise, the KO3s land in the premium range, though you might get a better deal if you use the link in the description
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And it's also backed by a 50,000 mile treadwear warranty and a 6 year standard warranty which gives you more peace of mind
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So if you're looking for a tire, you can keep on year-round without swapping
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This one feels like the best balance of traction and longevity. Number two is the Mickey Thompson Baja Pro XS, which I ranked as best for traction
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This tire is aggressive, it's loud in design, and it's built for people who want more bite out of the tire
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And the first thing that stood out to me was the sidewall. It's a four-ply nylon construction, so you'll get extra stability and way better protection against cuts from rocks or debris
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Now the side biters and angled shoulders help the sidewall grip mud snow and ruts giving you extra traction when the tire leans or gets off balance And the tread itself is directional and symmetric but it not just for looks Those scoop
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blocks dig in hard, and the concave surfaces actually keep mud and packed snow from clogging
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the voids. And not only this, the dual decoupling grooves let the tread flex a little on uneven
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surfaces so it can stay in contact longer instead of just skimming across. Plus, it's DOT certified
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which means you could still run it on the road, but I'd call it more of a light highway tire
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But somehow the noise is there, and the on-road manners aren't as smooth as milder all-terrains
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but that's not really what you'd buy these for. So if your priority is pure off-road grip with a
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tire that doesn't back down, then the Baja Pro XS is about as hardcore as it gets
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Finally, at number one is the Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac, which I ranked as the best overall
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winter truck tire. And the best thing about this tire is the traction groove technology
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The extra grooves give the tire more bite in deep mud and snow. Plus the shoulder blocks are
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self-cleaning which means they throw out dirt, gravel, and slush instead of packing up and losing
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grip. And the angled center tread blocks do two jobs at once. They help the tire stay steady side
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to side while still cutting down on some of the road noise you usually get with these aggressive
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threads. And there's also a built-in rim protector which is pretty underrated. It keeps the wheel
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itself from getting dinged if you rub against the curb. Now from people who've run these
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the first 30 to 35,000 miles are when the tire feels the strongest. It's quiet enough for road
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trips, solid in snow, and dependable off-road. But towards the latter half of its life
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you'll notice a little more road noise and traction might start to fade. That's something
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to keep in mind if you plan on pushing your tires past 50k. As Randy says, these tires are some of
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best I have used, great off-road traction, low highway noise. I have nitrogen put in them as
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opposed to just air. I can get 50,000 miles out of them. The price was unbeatable and combined
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with free shipping, it was a win-win. So if you want a tire that covers daily driving
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towing, off-road and harsh winter, then the Wrangler DuraTrac is the safest bet
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And that's all for today. I hope this list helped you choose the perfect winter truck tire
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And if you find something you like, don't forget to check the description to find the links to all
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the winter truck tires mentioned in this video