75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
38 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Nitto NT05 — 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.
VS
65
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling 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
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 84 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 63 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 69 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 57 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 29
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 43 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 87 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 25
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 59 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 81 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
NT05 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 65 |
| Dry | 82 | 84 |
| Wet | 67 | 63 |
| Snow | 81 | – |
| Comfort | 72 | 43 |
| Noise | 100 | – |
| Treadwear | 84 | 59 |
| Handling | 72 | 84 |
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Headline score
75
/ 100
Tire A
65
/ 100
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.
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.
The Nitto NT05 is widely regarded as a specialized extreme performance tire that excels in track-day environments and spirited driving scenarios. While users appreciate its predictable handling and progressive feedback, it is frequently criticized for rapid tread wear and significant road noise, making it a polarizing choice for daily commuting.
Pros
- Predictable and balanced handling during track use
- Informative feedback near the limit of adhesion
- Strong cornering confidence and stability
- Aesthetically pleasing sidewall and tread design
Cons
- High levels of road noise during daily driving
- Rapid tread wear, particularly under high-torque applications
- Inconsistent dry grip performance for high-horsepower vehicles
- Not recommended for daily use due to comfort and longevity trade-offs
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 360rwkw turbo applications) report that the tire struggles to manage power delivery effectively.
- Users with AWD platforms, such as the Audi A4, report satisfactory performance in wet conditions when driven conservatively.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | B · Nitto NT05 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | — | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 16 | 23 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 13 - 15/32″ | 7.2/32″ |
| UTQG | — | 200 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
75
/ 100
BFGoodrich
65
/ 100
Nitto
Winner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better comfort, treadwear and wet. Pick the Nitto NT05 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 72 vs 43 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 84 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Nitto NT05 scores 84 vs 72 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 67 vs 63 on wet.
Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Nitto NT05
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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.