69
/ 100
Objective (60%)
69/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
5 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA vs General Grabber M/T — 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.
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89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
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No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
39 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: General Grabber M/T — better noise, wet and handling. 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)
Grabber M/T leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 74 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 86 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Grabber M/T leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 60 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 58 | 80 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Trail Terrain TA leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Grabber M/T leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 78 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Grabber M/T leads by 65
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 19 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Grabber M/T leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Grabber M/T leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Trail Terrain TA | Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA | General Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 69 | 89 |
| Dry | 80 | 94 |
| Wet | 61 | 91 |
| Snow | 90 | 88 |
| Comfort | 74 | 88 |
| Noise | 19 | 84 |
| Treadwear | 85 | 88 |
| Handling | 64 | 90 |
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Headline score
69
/ 100
Tire A
89
/ 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 Trail Terrain T/A receives a polarized reception, praised for its aesthetic appeal, impressive snow traction, and quiet highway performance. However, significant concerns regarding wet-weather handling and inconsistent tread longevity suggest that performance may vary considerably based on vehicle weight and driving conditions.
Pros
- Excellent traction and predictability in snow and ice conditions
- Quiet highway ride quality for an all-terrain tire
- Robust sidewall durability against rocky terrain
- Attractive visual design with white lettering options
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and traction issues on paved surfaces
- Inconsistent tread life reports ranging from premature wear to high mileage
- Reports of excessive road noise on specific tarmac surfaces
Observations
- Users operating pickup trucks like the Toyota Hilux reported significant traction loss in wet conditions, suggesting potential issues with rear-wheel-drive bias vehicles.
- Hybrid SUV owners, such as those with the RAV4, reported high satisfaction with highway tread longevity and noise levels.
The General Grabber A/T X is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile all-terrain tire that excels in winter conditions and daily driving comfort. While most users praise its aggressive aesthetic and impressive traction on snow and ice, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some users reporting premature wear while others achieve satisfactory mileage.
Pros
- Exceptional traction in snow, ice, and wet conditions
- Aggressive, rugged aesthetic with effective rim protection
- Surprisingly low road noise for an aggressive all-terrain tread
- High value-to-price ratio compared to premium competitors
- Smooth ride quality and balanced handling
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear
- Tendency to pick up and retain small pebbles in the tread
- Occasional reports of difficult warranty claim processes
- Mild road noise noted by some users at specific speed ranges
Observations
- Users with heavy-duty trucks (e.g., GMC Sierra 2500HD, Ford Super Duty) report good load-carrying stability and minimal impact on ride harshness.
- Owners of lifted vehicles (e.g., Silverado Z71 with 2.25-inch lift) noted minor rubbing at full steering lock with larger tire sizes.
- The tire is frequently cited as a superior, more affordable alternative to premium brands like BFGoodrich for both daily commuting and off-road use.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA | B · General Grabber M/T |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | — | SUV and 4x4 |
| Sizes available | 43 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 22″ | — |
| Tread depth | 11 - 13/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 660 A A - B | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised Outline White Lettering | — |
| Max pressure | 44 - 51 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
69
/ 100
BFGoodrich
89
/ 100
General
Winner: General Grabber M/T — better noise, wet and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
General Grabber M/T scores 84 vs 19 on noise.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
General Grabber M/T scores 91 vs 61 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
General Grabber M/T scores 90 vs 64 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
General Grabber M/T scores 94 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · BFGoodrich Trail Terrain TA
Tire B · General Grabber M/T
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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.