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BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Goodyear Wrangler M/T R — Compared (September 2026)

Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.

Tire A BFGoodrich

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
38 owner reviews
Dry
82
Wet
67
Snow
81
Comfort
72
Noise
100
Treadwear
84
Handling
72

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Wrangler M/T R

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Goodyear Wrangler M/T R tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
4 owner reviews
Dry
67
Wet
53
Snow
100
Comfort
57
Noise
–
Treadwear
73
Handling
57

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better dry, comfort and handling. Pick the Goodyear Wrangler M/T R if snow matters most to you.
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Category breakdown

7 categories, side by side

Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.

Dry

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 15
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
82
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
67
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Professional tests (TWG score) 81 –
Tire Rack owners 88 –
Tyre Reviews owners 82 67

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 14
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
67
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
53
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Professional tests (TWG score) 68 –
Tire Rack owners 90 –
Tyre Reviews owners 66 53

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler M/T R leads by 19
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
81
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
100
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Professional tests (TWG score) 80 –
Tire Rack owners 92 –
Tyre Reviews owners 81 100

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 15
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
57
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Tire Rack owners 87 –
Tyre Reviews owners 72 57

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
100
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
–
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Professional tests (TWG score) 100 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 11
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
84
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
73
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Tire Rack owners 85 –
Tyre Reviews owners 84 73

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 15
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
57
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Wrangler M/T R
Tyre Reviews owners 72 57

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Goodyear Wrangler M/T R: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
Relative Score 76 67
Dry 82 67
Wet 67 53
Snow 81 100
Comfort 72 57
Noise 100 –
Treadwear 84 73
Handling 72 57

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Tire A

Tire B

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From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2

The BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 is widely regarded as a benchmark for off-road durability and rugged versatility, excelling in gravel, sand, and rocky terrain. While users praise its longevity and aggressive aesthetic, there is a consistent consensus regarding its declining performance in wet conditions and increased road noise as the rubber compound hardens over time.

Pros

  • Exceptional off-road durability and puncture resistance
  • Strong traction in gravel, sand, and rocky terrain
  • Long tread life and high mileage capability
  • Aggressive, iconic visual appeal

Cons

  • Significant loss of wet-weather grip and braking performance
  • Increased road noise and harsh ride quality as the tire ages
  • Rubber compound tends to harden, negatively impacting cold-weather and wet-surface traction
  • Poor performance on ice and hard-packed snow

Observations

  • Users with lighter vehicles or vans (e.g., Sprinter) report varying experiences with noise and comfort, often noting that the tire's weight impacts ride quality.
  • Owners of heavy-duty 4x4s and trucks frequently highlight the tire's ability to handle high-speed gravel and heavy loads without structural failure.
Tire B Goodyear Wrangler M/T R

The Goodyear Wrangler M/T R receives a polarized reception, with many users praising its impressive longevity and versatility in demanding off-road conditions, particularly on Land Rover platforms. However, a minority of users report significant dissatisfaction regarding traction on both paved and unpaved surfaces, as well as concerns over puncture resistance.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life, with some users reporting over 40,000 miles of service.
  • Strong performance in diverse off-road environments, including mud, clay, snow, and rocky terrain.
  • Reliable durability for heavy-duty farm and utility work.
  • Aesthetically pleasing design that complements rugged vehicle profiles.

Cons

  • Reported lack of grip on both wet and dry bitumen.
  • Inconsistent performance in specialized off-road scenarios for some users.
  • Potential for premature failure or puncture issues in specific use cases.

Observations

  • The tire is frequently noted as a capable factory-fitted option for the Land Rover Defender, handling both motorway cruising and extreme mountain terrain.
  • Users utilizing the tire for heavy-duty agricultural tasks, such as towing trailers through wet clay, report high satisfaction with its mud-clearing capabilities.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 B · Goodyear Wrangler M/T R
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available16—
Rim diameters16″ – 20″—
Tread depth13 - 15/32″—
Treadwear warranty50,000 mi—
SidewallBlack Side Wall - Raised White Lettering—
Max pressure35 - 80 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

BFGoodrich

Goodyear

Winner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better dry, comfort and handling. Pick the Goodyear Wrangler M/T R if snow matters most to you.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Goodyear Wrangler M/T R scores 100 vs 81 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 82 vs 67 on dry.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 72 vs 57 on comfort.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 72 vs 57 on handling.

Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler M/T R

How do we compare tires?

Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.

Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.