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BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — 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
Noise
–
Treadwear
80
Handling
50

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Falken

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01

Summer All Terrain and Off Road tires

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
617 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
93
Snow
98
Comfort
93
Noise
89
Treadwear
91
Handling
94

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — better handling, comfort and wet. 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) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 12
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
84
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
96
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 83 88

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 29
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
64
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
93
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 60 64

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 6
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
92
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
98

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 32
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
61
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
93
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 57 84

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
–
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
89

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 11
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
80
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
91
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 79 67

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wildpeak WP A/T01 leads by 44
A — BFGoodrich A/T KO2
50
B — Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
94
Why this score
SourceA/T KO2Wildpeak WP A/T01
Tyre Reviews owners 50 70

Scores at a glance

BFGoodrich A/T KO2 vs Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBFGoodrich A/T KO2Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
Relative Score 72 94
Dry 84 96
Wet 64 93
Snow 92 98
Comfort 61 93
Noise – 89
Treadwear 80 91
Handling 50 94

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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 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 Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01

The Falken Wildpeak series is widely regarded as a versatile, high-performance tire that bridges the gap between daily-driver comfort and off-road capability. While most users praise their exceptional wet and snow traction, quiet road manners, and aggressive aesthetics, a subset of users reports concerns regarding tread life longevity and a potential drop in fuel economy.

Pros

  • Excellent all-weather traction, particularly in rain, mud, and snow.
  • Surprisingly low road noise for an aggressive all-terrain tread pattern.
  • Robust construction with high resistance to punctures and trail damage.
  • Strong aesthetic appeal that enhances the look of CUVs and trucks.
  • Competitive pricing compared to premium-tier competitors.

Cons

  • Reports of premature tread wear in some high-mileage or heavy-duty applications.
  • Occasional decrease in fuel efficiency (MPG) compared to stock all-season tires.
  • Some users report 'spongy' steering feedback or reduced handling precision on pavement.
  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by a minority of users as the tire ages.

Observations

  • Subaru owners (Forester, Outback, Crosstrek) frequently cite these as the ideal 'upgrade' tire for balancing daily commuting with weekend trail use.
  • Heavy-duty truck and towing users note that higher load-range variants (e.g., 10-ply) provide excellent stability but result in a noticeably stiffer ride.
  • Hybrid vehicle owners (RAV4 Hybrid) report a slight, though often acceptable, reduction in fuel economy compared to low-rolling-resistance OEM tires.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2 B · Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tiresSummer All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

BFGoodrich

Falken

Winner: Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 — better handling, comfort and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 94 vs 50 on handling.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 93 vs 61 on comfort.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 93 vs 64 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01 scores 96 vs 84 on dry.

Tire A · BFGoodrich A/T KO2
Tire B · Falken Wildpeak WP A/T01

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.