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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

General Grabber Arctic LT vs Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — 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.

General Grabber Arctic LT tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
Owner ratings
Dry
90
Wet
91
Snow
89
Comfort
85
Noise
79
Treadwear
95
Handling
88

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Goodyear

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
93/100
220 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
93
Snow
90
Comfort
90
Noise
90
Treadwear
94
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — better noise, dry and comfort. 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) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 6
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
90
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
96
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 85
Tyre Reviews owners – 84
SimpleTire owners 94 93

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 2
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
91
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
93
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 89
Tyre Reviews owners – 73
SimpleTire owners 97 89

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 1
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
89
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 86
Tyre Reviews owners – 89
SimpleTire owners 94 91

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 5
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
85
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 86
Tyre Reviews owners – 73
SimpleTire owners 94 89

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 11
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
79
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
90
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
SimpleTire owners 86 78

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Grabber Arctic LT leads by 1
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
95
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
94
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tire Rack owners – 78
Tyre Reviews owners – 90
SimpleTire owners 87 88

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Wrangler DuraTrac leads by 5
A — General Grabber Arctic LT
88
B — Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
93
Why this score
SourceGrabber Arctic LTWrangler DuraTrac
Tyre Reviews owners – 78
DriverReviews owners – 86

Scores at a glance

General Grabber Arctic LT vs Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGeneral Grabber Arctic LTGoodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
Relative Score 89 93
Dry 90 96
Wet 91 93
Snow 89 90
Comfort 85 90
Noise 79 90
Treadwear 95 94
Handling 88 93

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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 General Grabber Arctic LT

Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.

Tire B Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

The Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac is widely regarded as a top-tier performer for off-road enthusiasts and those living in harsh winter climates, consistently praised for its exceptional traction in snow, mud, and loose terrain. While many users find the ride quality and noise levels surprisingly manageable for such an aggressive tread, some report increased road noise as the tires wear and a noticeable impact on fuel efficiency. Overall, it remains a go-to choice for drivers prioritizing rugged capability and reliability over maximum highway comfort.

Pros

  • Exceptional traction in deep snow, ice, and mud
  • Aggressive, rugged aesthetic that appeals to truck and SUV owners
  • Strong off-road durability and puncture resistance
  • Surprisingly quiet and smooth ride for an aggressive all-terrain tire
  • Reliable performance for heavy-duty towing and work-truck applications

Cons

  • Increased road noise as the tread wears down
  • Potential for uneven tread wear over time
  • Noticeable reduction in fuel economy (MPG)
  • Stiffer ride quality due to reinforced sidewall construction
  • Performance can degrade on wet pavement as the rubber compound ages

Observations

  • Users with 3-ply sidewall variants (often on trucks like the Frontier PRO4X) reported a firmer, sometimes harsh ride compared to standard tires.
  • Owners of heavy-duty or diesel trucks frequently cite the tire's longevity and stability under load as a primary benefit.
  • Jeep Wrangler owners noted that while the tires improve off-road capability, they may cause minor rubbing in wheel wells depending on the specific size and suspension setup.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · General Grabber Arctic LT B · Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac
Category—All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available615
Rim diameters16″ – 18″16″ – 20″
Tread depth16/32″14 - 18/32″
UTQG—320 - 500 A - B B
Treadwear warranty—50,000 mi
SidewallBlackwallBlack Side Wall - Serrated Black Lettering
Max pressure80 psi35 - 80 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

General

Goodyear

Winner: Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac — better noise, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You want a quieter cabin

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 90 vs 79 on noise.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 96 vs 90 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 90 vs 85 on comfort.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac scores 93 vs 88 on handling.

Tire A · General Grabber Arctic LT
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac

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.