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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Michelin LTX A/T 2 — 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.

VS
Michelin LTX A/T 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
6 owner reviews
Dry
92
Wet
87
Snow
84
Comfort
87
Noise
–
Treadwear
91
Handling
95

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Michelin LTX A/T 2 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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) LTX A/T 2 leads by 10
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
82
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
92
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Professional tests (TWG score) 81 –
Tire Rack owners 88 86
Tyre Reviews owners 82 93

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 20
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
67
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
87
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Professional tests (TWG score) 68 –
Tire Rack owners 90 78
Tyre Reviews owners 66 88

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 3
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
81
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
84
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Professional tests (TWG score) 80 –
Tire Rack owners 92 89
Tyre Reviews owners 81 83

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 15
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
87
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Tire Rack owners 87 78
Tyre Reviews owners 72 88

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
100
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
–
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Professional tests (TWG score) 100 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 7
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
84
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
91
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Tire Rack owners 85 87
Tyre Reviews owners 84 92

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 23
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Michelin LTX A/T 2
95
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2LTX A/T 2
Tyre Reviews owners 72 95

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Michelin LTX A/T 2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2Michelin LTX A/T 2
Relative Score 76 89
Dry 82 92
Wet 67 87
Snow 81 84
Comfort 72 87
Noise 100 –
Treadwear 84 91
Handling 72 95

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Tire A

Tire B

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

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 Michelin LTX A/T 2

The Michelin LTX A/T2 is widely regarded as a premium, long-lasting tire that excels in durability and consistent performance for heavy-duty trucks and vans. While it commands a higher price point, users consistently praise its exceptional tread life and reliable handling in both wet and dry conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and overall durability
  • Reliable wet and dry road traction
  • Improved steering response and ride comfort compared to competitors
  • High resistance to punctures and structural integrity over time

Cons

  • Premium price point
  • Performance in deep snow and ice is considered adequate but not class-leading
  • Rubber compounds may become slippery or lose traction as the tire reaches advanced age

Observations

  • Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250, Ram 3500) report high satisfaction with towing stability and ride comfort.
  • Van owners report extreme mileage capabilities, with some users achieving up to 90,000 miles when paired with strict maintenance schedules.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 B · Michelin LTX A/T 2
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires—
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

Michelin

Winner: Michelin LTX A/T 2 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin LTX A/T 2 scores 95 vs 72 on handling.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Michelin LTX A/T 2 scores 87 vs 67 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Michelin LTX A/T 2 scores 87 vs 72 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin LTX A/T 2 scores 92 vs 82 on dry.

Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Michelin LTX A/T 2

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.