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Head-to-head Updated September 2026

General Grabber X3 vs Toyo Open Country A/T II — 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.

Tire A General

General Grabber X3

All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires

General Grabber X3 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
65/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
87/100
97 owner reviews
Dry
79
Wet
90
Snow
45
Comfort
65
Noise
82
Treadwear
87
Handling
85

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Toyo Open Country A/T II tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
92/100
816 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
91
Snow
91
Comfort
93
Noise
89
Treadwear
92
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better snow, comfort and dry. 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) Open Country A/T II leads by 17
A — General Grabber X3
79
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
96
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Professional tests (TWG score) 68 –
Tire Rack owners 87 –
Tyre Reviews owners 95 65
SimpleTire owners 97 –
America's Tire owners 94 –

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 1
A — General Grabber X3
90
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
91
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Professional tests (TWG score) 90 –
Tire Rack owners 92 –
Tyre Reviews owners 75 50
SimpleTire owners 91 –
America's Tire owners 90 –

Snow

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 46
A — General Grabber X3
45
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
91
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Professional tests (TWG score) 15 –
Tire Rack owners 88 –
Tyre Reviews owners 80 45
SimpleTire owners 90 –

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 28
A — General Grabber X3
65
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
93
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Professional tests (TWG score) 50 –
Tire Rack owners 84 –
Tyre Reviews owners 85 80
SimpleTire owners 90 –
America's Tire owners 84 –

Noise

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 7
A — General Grabber X3
82
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
89
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
SimpleTire owners 87 –
America's Tire owners 80 –

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 5
A — General Grabber X3
87
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
92
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Tire Rack owners 80 –
Tyre Reviews owners 95 75
SimpleTire owners 88 –
America's Tire owners 86 –

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Open Country A/T II leads by 8
A — General Grabber X3
85
B — Toyo Open Country A/T II
93
Why this score
SourceGrabber X3Open Country A/T II
Tyre Reviews owners 90 60
America's Tire owners 85 –
DriverReviews owners 86 –

Scores at a glance

General Grabber X3 vs Toyo Open Country A/T II: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryGeneral Grabber X3Toyo Open Country A/T II
Relative Score 78 92
Dry 79 96
Wet 90 91
Snow 45 91
Comfort 65 93
Noise 82 89
Treadwear 87 92
Handling 85 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 X3

The General Grabber X3 is widely regarded as a high-performance mud-terrain tire that balances aggressive off-road capability with surprising on-road refinement. While most users praise its exceptional traction in mud, snow, and rocky terrain, a subset of owners reports issues with highway stability, specifically noting a 'squirrely' or disconnected feeling at higher speeds.

Pros

  • Exceptional off-road traction in mud, sand, and rocky conditions
  • Surprisingly low road noise for an aggressive mud-terrain tire
  • Strong durability and tread life when properly maintained
  • Aesthetically pleasing design, particularly the signature red lettering

Cons

  • Reported 'steering wander' or instability at highway speeds
  • Potential for uneven tread wear (cupping) if not rotated frequently
  • High tendency to throw rocks and debris due to aggressive tread pattern
  • Occasional reports of manufacturing defects or balancing difficulties

Observations

  • Users running E-load range tires on heavy-duty trucks report better sidewall stability and less 'squirm' compared to lighter-duty applications.
  • Owners of lifted vehicles and larger tire sizes (e.g., 35-inch) frequently highlight the need for frequent rotation to prevent premature cupping.
  • Drivers without fender flares noted significant paint chipping due to the tire's tendency to eject rocks.
Tire B Toyo Open Country A/T II

The Toyo Open Country A/T II is widely regarded as a versatile, durable, and quiet all-terrain tire that excels in mixed-use scenarios, including towing and light-to-moderate off-roading. While the vast majority of users praise its longevity and highway comfort, a subset of owners reports persistent issues with high-speed balancing and inconsistent performance on slick, wet pavement.

Pros

  • Excellent highway comfort and low road noise for an all-terrain tire
  • Strong off-road capability in mud, sand, and loose rock
  • High durability and tread life when properly maintained
  • Predictable handling and stability while towing heavy loads

Cons

  • Persistent reports of vibration and difficulty achieving a proper high-speed balance
  • Inconsistent traction on wet or freshly rained-on pavement
  • Potential for uneven tread wear if rotation and pressure are not strictly managed
  • Some users find the compound too stiff for optimal grip in icy or packed snow conditions

Observations

  • Heavy-duty truck owners (e.g., Ram 2500/3500) report excellent towing stability, provided tire pressures are adjusted using the 'chalk test' to prevent center-tread wear.
  • Users opting for 'C' load ratings on lighter vehicles like the Jeep Wrangler report a more comfortable ride but note 'squishy' sidewalls during off-road deflation compared to 'E' load versions.
  • Owners of smaller SUVs and crossovers (e.g., Subaru Crosstrek) generally find the tire to be a significant aesthetic and functional upgrade over stock tires with minimal noise penalty.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · General Grabber X3 B · Toyo Open Country A/T II
CategoryAll Season All Terrain and Off Road tires—
Vehicle typeSUV and 4x4—
Sizes available6—
Rim diameters16″ – 18″—
Tread depth18 - 21/32″—
UTQGAA A—
SidewallBlack Side Wall - Serrated Raised Lettering—
Max pressure35 - 80 psi—
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

General

Toyo

Winner: Toyo Open Country A/T II — better snow, comfort and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.

Pick tire B You drive through snowy winters

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 91 vs 45 on snow.

Pick tire B You want the most comfortable ride

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 65 on comfort.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 96 vs 79 on dry.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Toyo Open Country A/T II scores 93 vs 85 on handling.

Tire A · General Grabber X3
Tire B · Toyo Open Country A/T II

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.