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BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Bridgestone Dueler M/T — Compared (May 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 A/T KO2

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
84
Wet
64
Snow
92
Comfort
61
Treadwear
80
Handling
50

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

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Tire B Bridgestone

Bridgestone Dueler M/T

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Bridgestone Dueler M/T tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
2 owner reviews
Dry
75
Wet
62
Snow
63
Comfort
68
Treadwear
80
Handling
85

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictToo close to call: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 and Bridgestone Dueler M/T are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich A/T KO2 is stronger on snow and dry. Bridgestone Dueler M/T is stronger on handling and comfort.
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Category breakdown

6 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/T KO2 leads by 9
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
84
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
75
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 83 70

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 2
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
64
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
62
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 60 55

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) A/T KO2 leads by 29
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
92
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
63
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners – 50

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler M/T leads by 7
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
61
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
68
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 57 65

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
80
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
80
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 79 75

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler M/T leads by 35
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
50
B — Bridgestone Dueler M/T
85
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Dueler M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 50 85

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Bridgestone Dueler M/T: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich A/T KO2Bridgestone Dueler M/T
Relative Score 72 72
Dry 84 75
Wet 64 62
Snow 92 63
Comfort 61 68
Treadwear 80 80
Handling 50 85

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

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

Tire A BFGoodrich A/T KO2

The BFGoodrich A/T KO2 is widely regarded as a highly durable and aesthetically aggressive tire that excels in off-road environments and extreme heat. While users praise its longevity and rugged construction, there is a clear consensus regarding its compromises in on-road comfort, noise levels, and wet-weather performance.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and durability even in extreme temperatures
  • Strong off-road traction across varied terrain including rocks, mud, and sand
  • Aggressive, iconic visual appeal
  • Reliable performance when aired down for off-road use

Cons

  • Noticeable road noise during daily driving
  • Subpar handling and traction in wet on-road conditions
  • Reduced ride comfort compared to less aggressive all-terrain options

Observations

  • Owners of smaller, lightweight 4x4s like the Suzuki Jimny report surprisingly good road-holding characteristics.
  • The tire demonstrates extreme heat resistance, maintaining structural integrity after years of use in desert climates exceeding 50°C.
Tire B Bridgestone Dueler M/T

The Bridgestone Dueler M/T receives a mixed to negative reception based on the limited data provided, with significant concerns regarding structural integrity. Users have reported premature failure, specifically citing sidewall durability issues within a very short mileage interval.

Cons

  • Poor sidewall durability
  • Premature tire failure
  • Short tread life expectancy

Observations

  • The reported failure occurred within the first 7,000 kilometers of use.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2 B · Bridgestone Dueler M/T
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

BFGoodrich

Bridgestone

Too close to call: BFGoodrich A/T KO2 and Bridgestone Dueler M/T are within 2 points overall. BFGoodrich A/T KO2 is stronger on snow and dry. Bridgestone Dueler M/T is stronger on handling and comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Bridgestone Dueler M/T scores 85 vs 50 on handling.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 92 vs 63 on snow.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 scores 84 vs 75 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Bridgestone Dueler M/T scores 68 vs 61 on comfort.

Tire A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2
Tire B · Bridgestone Dueler M/T

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.