77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
82/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Firestone Destination A/T2 vs Firestone Destination M/T2 — 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
88
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Destination M/T2 — better noise, snow and dry. 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
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 92 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 93 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 28
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 51 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 89 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | – | 93 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 91 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 33
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 7 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Destination M/T2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | – |
| SimpleTire owners | 100 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Destination A/T2 | Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Firestone Destination A/T2 | Firestone Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 88 |
| Dry | 81 | 96 |
| Wet | 91 | 93 |
| Snow | 64 | 92 |
| Comfort | 89 | 90 |
| Noise | 44 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 80 |
| Handling | 76 | – |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
88
/ 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 Firestone Destination A/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing all-terrain tire that excels in wet weather and snow, offering a balanced experience for daily drivers and light-duty truck owners. While most users praise its longevity and highway comfort, some concerns persist regarding its durability on rugged terrain and a slightly vague steering feel.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather traction and grip
- Strong performance in snow with 3PMS rating
- Quiet and smooth ride quality at highway speeds
- Impressive tread life and mileage
- Good value for the price point
Cons
- Vague or unresponsive steering feedback
- Questionable durability on sharp rocks or rough forest service roads
- Stiffer ride compared to factory street tires
Observations
- Users transitioning from factory street tires to the A/T2 on 2WD work trucks report a noticeable improvement in off-road traction despite a slight increase in tire stiffness.
- Large SUV owners report that the tire maintains fuel efficiency while providing superior winter performance compared to original equipment all-season tires.
The Firestone Destination M/T2 is widely regarded as a high-performing mud-terrain tire that balances aggressive off-road capability with surprising on-road civility. While most users praise its traction in mud, sand, and snow, consistent maintenance—specifically regular rotation—is frequently cited as the key to avoiding premature wear and noise issues.
Pros
- Exceptional off-road traction in mud, sand, and deep snow
- Surprisingly low road noise levels for a mud-terrain tire
- Strong durability and tread life when maintained with regular rotations
- Good on-road handling and stability, even on heavy-duty trucks
- Excellent value proposition compared to premium-priced competitors
Cons
- Susceptibility to cupping and increased noise if rotation intervals are neglected
- Potential for rapid tread wear on heavy-duty vehicles if not properly managed
- Initial 'break-in' period required for optimal grip on slick surfaces like road paint
- Occasional reports of balancing issues or vibration at high interstate speeds
Observations
- Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250/350, Ram 2500) report excellent performance under load, though they emphasize the necessity of strict 5,000-mile rotation schedules to prevent uneven wear.
- Jeep owners note that the tire balances well and provides a ride quality that is often superior to stock tires, despite the aggressive tread pattern.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Firestone Destination A/T2 | B · Firestone Destination M/T2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | — | All Terrain and Off Road All Season tire |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 33 | 18 |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | 15″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | 10 - 12/32″ | 19/32″ |
| UTQG | 540 - 560 A B | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 55,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | Outlined White Lettering |
| Max pressure | 44 - 50 psi | 50 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Firestone
88
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Destination M/T2 — better noise, snow and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 77 vs 44 on noise.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 92 vs 64 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Firestone Destination M/T2 scores 96 vs 81 on dry.
Tire A · Firestone Destination A/T2
Tire B · Firestone Destination M/T2
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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.