79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
38 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT — 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
93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
478 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT — better wet, handling and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if noise 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)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 83 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 98 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 97 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 94 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 70 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 90 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 88 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 96 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 93 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 92 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 93 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 78 |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 91 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 93 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Discoverer AT3 XLT leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 83 |
| America's Tire owners | – | 94 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 93 |
| Dry | 82 | 97 |
| Wet | 67 | 94 |
| Snow | 81 | 89 |
| Comfort | 72 | 93 |
| Noise | 100 | 93 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 93 |
| Handling | 72 | 94 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
93
/ 100
Tire B
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.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Positive
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT
Community members express strong satisfaction with the Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT, highlighting its smooth ride quality, impressive comfort, and quietness compared to competing all-terrain tires like BFG KO2 and Toyo Open Country A/T II. Users also appreciate the solid value when purchased through online retailers during holiday sales, though questions occasionally arise regarding specific winter rating designations.
r/f150
·51 upvotes ·2021-12-30
“New shoes this week, Cooper Discoverer At3 XLT. I’m really impressed so far.”
r/NissanTitan
·29 upvotes ·2023-03-29
“Put some new tires on the XD today. Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT in 275/70R18. I usually run BFG KO2s on my trucks but wanted to try something different this time.”
r/ram_trucks
·27 upvotes ·2024-07-11
“Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT Picked up a set of Discoverer AT3 XLT from simple tire. With the 4th of July discounts all 4 were under 1k before taxes. I had the AT3 4S on a previous ram and they held up so I’m expecting good things here.”
r/ram_trucks
·22 upvotes ·2021-11-19
“New Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT 275/75R20 these ride way better than my old Open Country A/T II”
Top themes
#ride comfort and smoothness#low road noise#comparison to competing tires#value and pricing#winter and snow rating
Based on 7 community posts
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | B · Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Premium Touring All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 16 | 3 |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | 16″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 13 - 15/32″ | 16 - 18/32″ |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | 60,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | 35 - 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
BFGoodrich
93
/ 100
Cooper
Winner: Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT — better wet, handling and comfort. Pick the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 if noise matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT scores 94 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT scores 94 vs 72 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT scores 93 vs 72 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT scores 97 vs 82 on dry.
Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT
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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.