Skinniest 33's???

[CruisinEveryDay]

Hey guys I've done a couple of searches and found that 255/85R16's are the skinniest mud terrain... am I correct?

Do you guys know of and 33 inch mud tires are offered with a shorter tread width? Please post name and model if you do.
Thanks

 

[greentruck]

I'm pretty sure that's as skinny as it goes in 33s, at least in anything modern. I'm sure someone can point to repro truck tires, mil-spec repros, etc if it's a must for some reason.
BTW, I like 'em skinny, but I think you're talking anorexic?

 

[Malahki]

If your willing to step up to 34" rubber their are the Super Swamper TSL "Narrow" 34x9R16. Probably not the best wearing on the pavement but with 27/32nds tread depth they should last a long time

 

[45Kevin]

Old school 7.50/16 are about 32".

I think you can get them in a radial.

 

[jvazquez53]

Old school 7.50/16 are about 32".

I think you can get them in a radial.

I had those long time ago. they were skinny and they were not 32", they were 30 inches tall.

 

[45Kevin]

OK I lied.

This is an unmounted Bridgestone 7.50/16 tire taken off an HZJ79 mine truck.

.

 

[lugueto]

had those long time ago. they were skinny and they were not 32", they were 30 inches tall.

7.50R16 Equals to a 235/85R16 tire... And its roughly 32in in height.

9.00R16 is a 36x10 or 255/100R16 This is only found on milspec tires..

255/85 can be had in various brands and is equivalent to 33x10r16 I think this is as skinny as it gets for a 33in tire, and IMO is a great size.

 

[jvazquez53]

Here's some sources.


http://www.defendersource.com/tire/denman.html


http://www.garbee.net/~cabell/photos5.htm

 

[greentruck]

Excellent general skinny tire resources, Jose.
Thanks!

 

[jvazquez53]

Excellent general skinny tire resources, Jose.
Thanks!

I'm trying to go the sme way, problem is my truck is a daily driver and those ND military tires are terrible on the highway, even worst on wet pavement. Now, If I could find this one...

 

[mattafact]

You can get a Chinese made knockoff of that XZL in 255/100/16 off eBay. Not cheep and from a tire co I've never heard off.

That said, I absolutely love my Toyo M-55 in 255/85/16.

 

[kybishop]

Cooper Discoverer ST

Cooper Discoverer ST comes in the 255 85 16, made in the USA.

 

[BullElk]

Cooper Discoverer ST comes in the 255 85 16, made in the USA.

just curious but why does "made in the USA" matter?

Patriotic or better quality?

 

[jvazquez53]

just curious but why does "made in the USA" matter?

Patriotic or better quality?

X2, Other than DOT, what does it matters? I've seen tires in other countries that are as good as Us made, (Australia, Brazil, etc.)

 

[kybishop]

You were asking about skinniest. Specs on the Cooper ST's.


Tire Size LT255/85R16 with a section width of 10.4" an overall diameter of 33.21 and a tread width of 7.2.

 

[greentruck]

You were asking about skinniest. Specs on the Cooper ST's.


Tire Size LT255/85R16 with a section width of 10.4" an overall diameter of 33.21 and a tread width of 7.2.

kybishop
Nosed out by a couple of froghairs. The 255/85R16 KM2 is 10" section width on a 7" rim, 33.3" OD. Tread width not spec-ed, but I measured ~7.25".

Honestly, the KM2 might look just enough slimmer to be discernible to the naked eye. I suspect no real performance difference with the Cooper -- or any other tire -- based on specs that are this close.

BTW, the KM2 is load range E. What are the Coopers? I'm thinking they are D? Which may make a difference for some, probably a bit cushier ride, although you can dial in just about whatever ride you want with a little psi adjustment on the KM2. Is that common to the Cooper? I suspect this particular aspect ratio is one that responds well across the range of tire pressures encountered in 4x4 use. I know there's a fancy study that says much the same thing. But I'm going by seat of the pants feel

 

[SHREDwagon]

Can't go wrong with 255 Toyo MT's - 33.5".

Are you ditching your flares and changing your wheels out to correct rim width/backspacing? If not, the 285/75/17 at 34" might be more suitable. Still would need to change your wheels though (FJ Cruiser or Tundra wheels?)

You could also check out the Superlugs at 36", if you're more geared for off road

 

[kybishop]

kybishop
Nosed out by a couple of froghairs. The 255/85R16 KM2 is 10" section width on a 7" rim, 33.3" OD. Tread width not spec-ed, but I measured ~7.25".

Honestly, the KM2 might look just enough slimmer to be discernible to the naked eye. I suspect no real performance difference with the Cooper -- or any other tire -- based on specs that are this close.

BTW, the KM2 is load range E. What are the Coopers? I'm thinking they are D? Which may make a difference for some, probably a bit cushier ride, although you can dial in just about whatever ride you want with a little psi adjustment on the KM2. Is that common to the Cooper? I suspect this particular aspect ratio is one that responds well across the range of tire pressures encountered in 4x4 use. I know there's a fancy study that says much the same thing. But I'm going by seat of the pants feel

And yet again you make me smile Greentruck.

The Coopers are indeed load range D.

I have not experimented a whole lot with PSI but I suspect you are correct. I have been running about 50-52 PSI and it is a bit harsh. I may dial them down a bit and see how ride and tire wear go. I bought 5 and I am rotating the spare in so I can keep the spare useable size wise if ever I should need her.

Max PSI is 65 on the Cooper.

 

[LittleRock80]

Super Swamper LTB's size 34x10.50x16 Pizza Cutters FTW!

Search 'Jbsax' rig on here and have a look. LTB's look mean as H and offer stupid-crazy traction off road. Disclaimer: Bias Ply.

Good luck on your decision.
JWP