79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
73/100
38 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar — 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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74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
Owner ratings
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VerdictWinner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better noise, treadwear and snow. Pick the Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar if wet and handling matter 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)
Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 80 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 38
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
All Terrain TA KO2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | All Terrain TA KO2 | Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 74 |
| Dry | 82 | 84 |
| Wet | 67 | 81 |
| Snow | 81 | 77 |
| Comfort | 72 | 68 |
| Noise | 100 | 62 |
| Treadwear | 84 | 65 |
| Handling | 72 | 83 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
74
/ 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.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 | B · Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | — |
| Sizes available | 16 | — |
| Rim diameters | 16″ – 20″ | — |
| Tread depth | 13 - 15/32″ | 18/32″ |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Black Side Wall - Raised White Lettering | Black Side Wall |
| Max pressure | 35 - 80 psi | 80 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
BFGoodrich
74
/ 100
Goodyear
Winner: BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 — better noise, treadwear and snow. Pick the Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar if wet and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 100 vs 62 on noise.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 scores 84 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar scores 81 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar scores 83 vs 72 on handling.
Tire A · BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
Tire B · Goodyear Wrangler MT/R with Kevlar
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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.