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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 — 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 Bridgestone

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001

Summer Premium Touring tires

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
8 owner reviews
Dry
82
Wet
81
Snow
94
Comfort
75
Noise
–
Treadwear
80
Handling
76

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 — better wet, snow and handling. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if treadwear 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)
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
82
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
82
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Professional tests (TWG score) 81 –
Tire Rack owners 88 –
Tyre Reviews owners 82 81

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Dueler A/T 001 leads by 14
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
67
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
81
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Professional tests (TWG score) 68 –
Tire Rack owners 90 –
Tyre Reviews owners 66 81

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler A/T 001 leads by 13
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
81
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
94
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Professional tests (TWG score) 80 –
Tire Rack owners 92 –
Tyre Reviews owners 81 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler A/T 001 leads by 3
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
75
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Tire Rack owners 87 –
Tyre Reviews owners 72 74

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
100
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
–
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Professional tests (TWG score) 100 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 4
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
84
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
80
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Tire Rack owners 85 –
Tyre Reviews owners 84 79

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler A/T 001 leads by 4
A — BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
72
B — Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
76
Why this score
SourceAll Terrain TA KO2Dueler A/T 001
Tyre Reviews owners 72 76

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
Relative Score 76 81
Dry 82 82
Wet 67 81
Snow 81 94
Comfort 72 75
Noise 100 –
Treadwear 84 80
Handling 72 76

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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 Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001

The Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 is generally regarded as a versatile, high-performing all-terrain tire that balances on-road handling with capable off-road utility. While most users praise its durability and performance across varied surfaces, some concerns regarding sidewall stiffness and lateral grip in specific conditions have been noted.

Pros

  • Strong all-around performance on both dry and wet pavement
  • Impressive durability and tread life for mixed-use driving
  • Noticeable improvement in handling sharpness compared to standard touring tires
  • Reliable traction on forest tracks and light off-road terrain

Cons

  • Reports of weak sidewall construction requiring pressure adjustments
  • Limited lateral grip in deep snow or mud conditions
  • Potential for increased road noise or handling issues if not properly inflated

Observations

  • Users with light vehicles like the Suzuki Jimny reported a need for higher-than-recommended tire pressure to maintain handling stability.
  • Owners of heavy-duty pickups like the Isuzu D-Max report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle high weekly mileage.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 B · Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresSummer Premium Touring 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

Bridgestone

Winner: Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 — better wet, snow and handling. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 scores 81 vs 67 on wet.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 scores 94 vs 81 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the longest tread life

BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 84 vs 80 on treadwear.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001 scores 76 vs 72 on handling.

Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Bridgestone Dueler A/T 001

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.