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Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 vs Pirelli Scorpion STR — 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.

Tire A Bridgestone

Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840

Summer Premium Touring tires

Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
73/100
3 owner reviews
Dry
81
Wet
72
Snow
90
Comfort
71
Noise
–
Treadwear
75
Handling
60

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Pirelli

Pirelli Scorpion STR

All Season Touring tires

Pirelli Scorpion STR tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
56 owner reviews
Dry
88
Wet
83
Snow
81
Comfort
81
Noise
89
Treadwear
78
Handling
77

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Pirelli Scorpion STR — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 if snow 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) Scorpion STR leads by 7
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
81
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
88
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tire Rack owners – 77
Tyre Reviews owners 80 83
SimpleTire owners – 93

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Scorpion STR leads by 11
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
72
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
83
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tire Rack owners – 74
Tyre Reviews owners 70 73
SimpleTire owners – 92

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Dueler H/T 840 leads by 9
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
90
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
81
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tire Rack owners – 81
SimpleTire owners – 81

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion STR leads by 10
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
71
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
81
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tire Rack owners – 66
Tyre Reviews owners 70 72
SimpleTire owners – 89

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100)
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
–
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
89
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
SimpleTire owners – 89

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Scorpion STR leads by 3
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
75
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
78
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tire Rack owners – 75
Tyre Reviews owners 70 69
SimpleTire owners – 87

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Scorpion STR leads by 17
A — Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
60
B — Pirelli Scorpion STR
77
Why this score
SourceDueler H/T 840Scorpion STR
Tyre Reviews owners 60 77

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 vs Pirelli Scorpion STR: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone Dueler H/T 840Pirelli Scorpion STR
Relative Score 75 81
Dry 81 88
Wet 72 83
Snow 90 81
Comfort 71 81
Noise – 89
Treadwear 75 78
Handling 60 77

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Tire A

Tire B

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From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840

The Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 is generally regarded as a competent, comfort-oriented highway tire that excels in fuel efficiency and on-road manners. While it may not offer the extreme longevity of rugged all-terrain alternatives, users appreciate its balanced performance, particularly regarding wet-weather grip and ride quality.

Pros

  • Improved fuel economy compared to aggressive all-terrain tires
  • Superior wet surface traction and grip
  • High level of on-road ride comfort
  • Reliable tread life for standard highway usage

Cons

  • Lower tread longevity compared to heavy-duty off-road tires
  • Less aggressive aesthetic and capability than dedicated all-terrain options

Observations

  • Users transitioning from heavy-duty all-terrain tires (such as the BF Goodrich KO2) to this model report significant gains in fuel efficiency and daily driving comfort on pickup trucks.
Tire B Pirelli Scorpion STR

The Pirelli Scorpion STR is widely regarded as a durable, long-lasting all-season tire that excels in highway comfort and consistent performance across varied road conditions. While many users praise its longevity and reliability for towing and daily commuting, a segment of the user base reports inconsistent experiences regarding tread life and noise levels as the tires age.

Pros

  • Exceptional tread life and durability, with many users reporting 40,000 to 80,000+ miles of use.
  • Quiet and comfortable ride quality, particularly on highway surfaces.
  • Strong performance in wet and snowy conditions, providing a secure, surefooted feel.
  • Excellent versatility for light off-road use, gravel, and towing applications.

Cons

  • Increased road noise and potential for rougher ride quality as the tread wears down.
  • Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear compared to expectations.
  • Mixed feedback on wet-weather grip, with some users finding it inferior to dedicated summer or high-performance alternatives.
  • Occasional reports of sidewall vulnerability or structural issues under heavy use.

Observations

  • Owners of heavy SUVs and crossovers like the Volvo XC70 and Land Rover Discovery report high satisfaction with longevity, often citing the tire as a reliable OE replacement.
  • Users with high-torque vehicles or those who frequently tow heavy loads report that the tire maintains stability and traction better than more aggressive off-road alternatives.
  • Some users noted that the tire's performance characteristics, particularly noise, become more pronounced on 17-inch and larger fitments as the tire reaches the end of its service life.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 B · Pirelli Scorpion STR
CategorySummer Premium Touring tiresAll Season Touring tires
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4SUV and 4x4
Sizes available—3
Rim diameters—18″ – 20″
Tread depth—10/32″
UTQG—520 A A
Treadwear warranty—65,000 mi
Sidewall—Blackwall
Max pressure—44 psi
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Pirelli

Winner: Pirelli Scorpion STR — better handling, wet and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 if snow matters most to you.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Pirelli Scorpion STR scores 77 vs 60 on handling.

Pick tire B Your priority is wet-weather safety

Pirelli Scorpion STR scores 83 vs 72 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Pirelli Scorpion STR scores 81 vs 71 on comfort.

Pick tire A You drive through snowy winters

Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840 scores 90 vs 81 on snow.

Tire A · Bridgestone Dueler H/T 840
Tire B · Pirelli Scorpion STR

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.