BFG vs Nitto. Lookin for Some A/T's

[sailor95]

Lookin for some all terrains and was wondering which would be best an most cost effective, Gonna be in snow also this winter. BFG an Nitto are the main all terrains ive seen an was wonderin out of the two which would do u guys prefer. My Michelins are becoming worn but i have heard those are good in snow an ice.

 

[Gottagetone]

I am liking my Falken Rocky Mountains. Have about 4k on them so far and they look good and ride nice.

 

[spressomon]

The Nitto TG is not the best on snow and ice.

I was very, very happy with my Toyo Open Country AT tires (other than the paltry 18,000 miles I got out of them...18" BTW*) and found them to be great on ice and snow (based upon the 2 sets I had).

For whatever reason Toyo has 3 different tire tread wear guarantees for their Open Country AT tire and the warranty is dependent upon size: P-Metric sizes up to 17" wheel come with a 50,000 mile whereas their Light Truck and metric sizes (up to 17" wheel) come with a 40,000 mile warranty. *And 18" and larger do not come with any tread wear warranty and hence my only complaint I had...due to the 18" wheel size.

But if the size you want isn't covered by their treadwear guarantee I'd pass...

 

[arbetrader]

Neither of those are very good on snow (of course you guys all know me to say that )

Goodyear Duratrac A/T. Period.

They're amazing, especially in the snow; as well as snowflake rated.

Just ask anyone who's owned them and the other two you've listed. I guarantee you they didn't go back to their old tires (just read any reviews on them, especially from this board).

Tire Details - Discount Tire Direct

 

[BBQ BOY]

If I remember correctly the Bridgestone Revolution 2's are good in the snow.

 

[sailor95]

Well i got my stock 16" rims, and tread life is big issue. Reason im going with All terrains instead of mud terrain.

 

[Anthony.L]

Snow and Ice are two completely different animals. A tire could be excellent in snow, and very poor in ice in my opinion.

I hear a lot of people post the GY Duratrac are excellent in snow, but I have not read any comments about ice.

 

[MoJ]

For what it's worth I recently had a set of Cooper AT3's installed. Comparing them to Nitto and BFG in person the AT3 had a more respectable presence. The BFG does have a noticeable shoulder/side wall tread advantage over the other two. I've ran BFG's since the mid-90's but figured I'd give something else a try. With only 500 miles on them, including some mild off pavement, I'm happy. I'm assuming the siping will be adequate for snow and ice. Of course, you'll find whatever tire someone just bought will always be the best out there. Not that it should be enough to persuade one's tire decision but Cooper is offering a $75 rebate through Nov 1. Oh, and there's two versions, the LT designated tire has a heavier load rating with deeper tread.

A review:

Cooper Tire Unveils New All-Terrain and Off-Road Tire: Off-Road.com

 

[sailor95]

The Nitto TG is not the best on snow and ice.

I was very, very happy with my Toyo Open Country AT tires (other than the paltry 18,000 miles I got out of them...18" BTW*) and found them to be great on ice and snow (based upon the 2 sets I had).

For whatever reason Toyo has 3 different tire tread wear guarantees for their Open Country AT tire and the warranty is dependent upon size: P-Metric sizes up to 17" wheel come with a 50,000 mile whereas their Light Truck and metric sizes (up to 17" wheel) come with a 40,000 mile warranty. *And 18" and larger do not come with any tread wear warranty and hence my only complaint I had...due to the 18" wheel size.

But if the size you want isn't covered by their treadwear guarantee I'd pass...

Was reading an nitto are made by toyo, so arnt they about same performance wise, same tread patterns too

 

[Anthony.L]

Was reading an nitto are made by toyo, so arnt they about same performance wise, same tread patterns too

Does not mean they can be directly compared, or assumed similar in any fashion. Pro-Comp tires are made by Cooper, but you can't compare them to any Cooper Tires.

 

[MoJ]

Was reading an nitto are made by toyo, so arnt they about same performance wise, same tread patterns too

Hmm, I was unaware they are the same company but a quick google search confirms it. I haven't compared the A/T tread patterns but keep in mind Michelin and BFG are the same co and have little in common in terms of design.

 

[bkgee]

If I remember correctly the Bridgestone Revolution 2's are good in the snow.

They were excellent (in snow and everywhere else) on my previous tacoma and 4runner. I mounted these on the LC a couple months ago, and can't wait to find out how they go again. On dry road, they are amazingly quiet

They are always in the top 5 for ATs on tire rack Consumer Survey Results By Category

I'm always surprised that they don't get a lot more praise on MUD, but they aren't exactly the fiercest looking AT, they are sort of truckish looking...

 

[FullyLitLED]

Nitto TG is awesome for me so far! Although I will get some BFG AT's or some mickey thompson ATZ next time. On road no issue, great for the light offroading when camping but I cannot speak on the performance on snow. They are quiet!

 

[spressomon]

Was reading an nitto are made by toyo, so arnt they about same performance wise, same tread patterns too

Toyo owns Nitto but their tires are different. They two sets of Toyo OC AT were amazing tires in all conditions except mud of course. I even ran them all over the Utah trails with very good performance even on some of the Class IV obstacles here and there.

 

[OregonLC]

Toyo owns Nitto but their tires are different. They two sets of Toyo OC AT were amazing tires in all conditions except mud of course. I even ran them all over the Utah trails with very good performance even on some of the Class IV obstacles here and there.

OC AT and Terra Grappler are pretty darn close. I'm surprised to hear that they don't have similar performance.

Toyo OC

Nitto TG

 

[arbetrader]

Snow and Ice are two completely different animals. A tire could be excellent in snow, and very poor in ice in my opinion.

I hear a lot of people post the GY Duratrac are excellent in snow, but I have not read any comments about ice.

Yes, that's true. I haven't heard too many reports on ice, and for myself, I've only driven them in snow a few times, and not really on ice yet. I have to say, however, that the tread compound seems a little softer (could potentially wear a bit quicker) than most of the other comparables. Plus it seems to have decent siping, although I guess one could add more... That would theoretically help in ice. I have to say as well, that they kept me out of an accident on a very slippery hill the other day (it was raining and the road was very slick with oil from no rain in the last 5 weeks). A car stopped short in front of me, and I skidded very slightly to avoid, and the tires grabbed like a mofo. I couldn't believe how well they handled in an emergency situation like that. So far I'm very pleased compared to my old BFG's and more recently the Geolanders.

Here's a pic:

 

[motomoto]

I have 295/75-16 Nitto TGs right now and I gotta say, the Minnesota ice and snow has never stopped me in 3 years. I haven't even had a "oh hells no!" slip and slide moment. Last year we had 30" of snow at once and my 100 kept going like the Energizer Bunny. I only used the rear locker once and that was towing a Ram Quad Cab over a snow bank in an unplowed alley with an ice base.

I'm going to 18 inchers now and am keeping my options open but I'll probably end up with the TGs again. I'd love a more aggressive tread pattern but the sipping on the TGs has served me well on the ice.

 

[motomoto]

Yes, that's true. I haven't heard too many reports on ice, and for myself, I've only driven them in snow a few times, and not really on ice yet. I have to say, however, that the tread compound seems a little softer (could potentially wear a bit quicker) than most of the other comparables. Plus it seems to have decent siping, although I guess one could add more... That would theoretically help in ice. I have to say as well, that they kept me out of an accident on a very slippery hill the other day (it was raining and the road was very slick with oil from no rain in the last 5 weeks). A car stopped short in front of me, and I skidded very slightly to avoid, and the tires grabbed like a mofo. I couldn't believe how well they handled in an emergency situation like that. So far I'm very pleased compared to my old BFG's and more recently the Geolanders.

Here's a pic:

I think these tires look great. The only problem for me is that you have to go really wide to go tall. I'd really love to stay in the 270-290 range. If my memory serves, to get close to 35"(not that you have to of course) you're in the 315-325 section width range.

 

[motomoto]

I think these tires look great. The only problem for me is that you have to go really wide to go tall. I'd really love to stay in the 270-290 range. If my memory serves, to get close to 35"(not that you have to of course) you're in the 315-325 section width range.

And by look great, I mean they have a nice aggressive tread design along with some good sipping.

 

[lexi4darin]

They were excellent (in snow and everywhere else) on my previous tacoma and 4runner. I mounted these on the LC a couple months ago, and can't wait to find out how they go again. On dry road, they are amazingly quiet

They are always in the top 5 for ATs on tire rack Consumer Survey Results By Category

I'm always surprised that they don't get a lot more praise on MUD, but they aren't exactly the fiercest looking AT, they are sort of truckish looking...

You really can't go wrong. Certainly won't win most aggressive, quietest, loudest, cheapest, or on pavement performance nor snow/mud/rock crawling. But probably "the" best in terms of being an all-around top performer in every category (for an AT). Which really is the deciding factor for me. I'm driving at least 70% (or more) on pavement. There are better choices for specific off road terrains but no other tire offers such a huge benefit that it was worth sacrificing all the other on road performances or other off road conditions that the Bridgestone offers. And the likelihood of seeing 60k on them is a nice benefit too.