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Michelin LTX A/T 2 vs Toyo Open Country M/T — 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.

Michelin LTX A/T 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
6 owner reviews
Dry
92
Wet
87
Snow
84
Comfort
87
Noise
–
Treadwear
91
Handling
95

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Toyo

Toyo Open Country M/T

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

Toyo Open Country M/T tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
90/100
187 owner reviews
Dry
95
Wet
91
Snow
89
Comfort
90
Noise
85
Treadwear
89
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Toyo Open Country M/T — better snow, wet and dry. Pick the Michelin LTX A/T 2 if handling matters 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country M/T leads by 3
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
92
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
95
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tire Rack owners 86 84
Tyre Reviews owners 93 73
SimpleTire owners – 97

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Open Country M/T leads by 4
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
87
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
91
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tire Rack owners 78 95
Tyre Reviews owners 88 70
SimpleTire owners – 93

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country M/T leads by 5
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
84
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
89
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tire Rack owners 89 88
Tyre Reviews owners 83 68
SimpleTire owners – 90

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country M/T leads by 3
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
87
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
90
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tire Rack owners 78 83
Tyre Reviews owners 88 60
SimpleTire owners – 91

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
–
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
85
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
SimpleTire owners – 82

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 2
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
91
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
89
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tire Rack owners 87 80
Tyre Reviews owners 92 72
SimpleTire owners – 90

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) LTX A/T 2 leads by 4
A — Michelin LTX A/T 2
95
B — Toyo Open Country M/T
91
Why this score
SourceLTX A/T 2Open Country M/T
Tyre Reviews owners 95 70

Scores at a glance

Michelin LTX A/T 2 vs Toyo Open Country M/T: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryMichelin LTX A/T 2Toyo Open Country M/T
Relative Score 89 91
Dry 92 95
Wet 87 91
Snow 84 89
Comfort 87 90
Noise – 85
Treadwear 91 89
Handling 95 91

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Tire A

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.

Tire A Michelin LTX A/T 2

The Michelin LTX A/T2 is widely regarded as a premium, long-lasting tire that excels in durability and consistent performance for heavy-duty trucks and vans. While it commands a higher price point, users consistently praise its exceptional tread life and reliable handling in both wet and dry conditions.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread longevity and overall durability
  • Reliable wet and dry road traction
  • Improved steering response and ride comfort compared to competitors
  • High resistance to punctures and structural integrity over time

Cons

  • Premium price point
  • Performance in deep snow and ice is considered adequate but not class-leading
  • Rubber compounds may become slippery or lose traction as the tire reaches advanced age

Observations

  • Heavy-duty truck owners (F-250, Ram 3500) report high satisfaction with towing stability and ride comfort.
  • Van owners report extreme mileage capabilities, with some users achieving up to 90,000 miles when paired with strict maintenance schedules.
Tire B Toyo Open Country M/T

The Toyo Open Country M/T is widely regarded as a premium, high-performance mud-terrain tire that balances aggressive off-road capability with surprisingly refined on-road manners. While users frequently praise its exceptional durability, puncture resistance, and longevity, some note that its heavy construction can impact fuel economy and ride comfort on pavement.

Pros

  • Exceptional off-road traction in mud, dirt, and gravel
  • Impressive tread life and durability for a mud-terrain tire
  • Surprisingly low road noise compared to competitors
  • Strong, puncture-resistant sidewalls
  • Reliable performance in snow and wet conditions

Cons

  • High price point compared to other options
  • Significant weight can negatively impact fuel economy
  • Stiff ride quality, particularly on lighter vehicles or when overinflated
  • Occasional reports of balancing issues or vibrations
  • Reduced traction on ice

Observations

  • Heavy-duty diesel truck owners frequently report excellent longevity and load-carrying stability, often citing 50k-60k+ mile tread life.
  • Jeep and light-duty truck owners note that the tire's stiff sidewalls can make for a 'harsh' ride unless tire pressure is adjusted specifically for daily driving.
  • Users running larger sizes (37-inch+) emphasize the importance of regular 5,000-mile rotations to prevent uneven wear and maintain ride quality.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Michelin LTX A/T 2 B · Toyo Open Country M/T
Category—All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires
Vehicle type—SUV and 4x4
Sizes available—35
Rim diameters—16″ – 24″
Tread depth—18.4/32″
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—80 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Michelin

Toyo

Winner: Toyo Open Country M/T — better snow, wet and dry. Pick the Michelin LTX A/T 2 if handling matters most to you.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Toyo Open Country M/T scores 89 vs 84 on snow.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin LTX A/T 2 scores 95 vs 91 on handling.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Toyo Open Country M/T scores 91 vs 87 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Toyo Open Country M/T scores 95 vs 92 on dry.

Tire A · Michelin LTX A/T 2
Tire B · Toyo Open Country M/T

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.