On-Road All Terrains

[NevadaBob]

My 2024 Lariat FX4 is getting leveled this week ( ReadyLIFT | 1.5'' Leveling Kit - Ford Ranger 4WD 2024-2025 ). I currently have the stock 255/65R18 Lariat tires/wheels on it and will see how it looks after leveling. I'm thinking I'll want somewhat bigger tires.

If I'm being completely honest, I spend 95% of the time on city streets or highways, and my off-road time is generally two-track dirt in the hills of Southern Utah and Southern Nevada. I like the look of a leveled Ranger with the 285/70R17's but I feel like that's just too much for show in my case.

With that in mind, I'm looking at the Bridgestone Dueler Ascent A/T and the Cooper Discoverer Road + Trail A/T and tires in that "on-road all terrain" category. It seems like I'd be happier with something in that class for the vast majority of my driving time. If I get something in 265/70R18 or 275/65R18 I'll have something taller, wider, and more sidewall than I have now without going all the way to the big 285's. Road noise and comfort should be good, and weight isn't a lot more than the factory Wrangler Territory tires, at least in these sizes.

Will the sizes mentioned fit with the 1.5" level and stock +55 offset wheels, or will I need to go more like a +35?

Any thoughts, recommendations, or experiences with this sort of tire?

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[AlloyPony]

Out of all the tires in the A/T category that I've reviewed so far, the Falken Wildpeak A/T4W is still the best. I haven't found one yet that can beat that tire in ride comfort, traction, or wear.

 

[superj]

You can probably also get your stock tire in a larger size, if you think they are ok. They work fine for my mostly on road use, rain or shine

 

[stemplar]

Out of all the tires in the A/T category that I've reviewed so far, the Falken Wildpeak A/T4W is still the best. I haven't found one yet that can beat that tire in ride comfort, traction, or wear.

Out of curiosity, what a/t tires have you tested, and how?

 

[AlloyPony]

Out of curiosity, what a/t tires have you tested, and how?

So many it's hard to list. Basically every A/T tire from major manufacturers, and a lot of the M/T tires on the market also. In recent years I've started doing more R/T tires, or as some people call them, "hybrid" tires. Currently I just started a cycle with the Yokohama Geolandar A/T XD. Should be interesting.

How? I put them on my truck or Jeep and use them. I tow at max capacity, commute to work, play a little offroad, drive gravel roads daily. They see scorching summer heat and below zero winter chill. They see snow, ice, and heavy rain. And after 15k to 20k miles I form an opinion. I post periodic updates during the long term reviews on my YouTube channel ("4-LOW").

Falken has figured out the magic formula, because their rubber compound sticks to the road like a cat on carpet regardless of weather. And they wear like iron. We're finishing up a review on the A/T3W that I have on my cousin's truck. They're at nearly 80k miles and finally almost worn out. Just astounding for an A/T on a heavy truck (F-250). I just finished putting almost 20k miles on the new A/T4W and it was proving to be the same. Excellent wear, traction, and ride quality.

Brands I would avoid: Nitto, Goodyear, Milestar, BFG and some Toyo (who owns NItto).

Brands that have been very good: Cooper, Hankook, Firestone

Brands that have been excellent: Falken, Yokohama

 

[Sonny McGee]

I have the Lariat stock rims with a 1.5 inch leveling kit. I have Goodyear All terrain adventure Kevlar tires. 275/65R18. I am pleased with the look and ride. It looks much more aggresive. Took about a 2MPG hit on gas mileage though.

 

[NevadaBob]

I have the Lariat stock rims with a 1.5 inch leveling kit. I have Goodyear All terrain adventure Kevlar tires. 275/65R18. I am pleased with the look and ride. It looks much more aggresive. Took about a 2MPG hit on gas mileage though.

Got any pictures you could share?

 

[Sonny McGee]

Needs cleaning up...

 

[NevadaBob]

Needs cleaning up...

That's sharp! Thanks for sharing. I've got the same truck in azure gray and different running boards. Your running boards look like the Tremor Shin & Calf Scrapers I had on my '22 Tremor.

 

[Sonny McGee]

That's sharp! Thanks for sharing. I've got the same truck in azure gray and different running boards. Your running boards look like the Tremor Shin & Calf Scrapers I had on my '22 Tremor.

Thanks! I took off the stock running boards. Got these off Amazon for $159.00. Them, together with the lift and tires and it's like I have a new truck. Very happy with the result.

 

[AUME1996]

Running 1.5" level and 265/70R18 with Nitto G3s. Tires have been great on and off road for my needs.

 

[superj]

i always look at the weight of the tires while shopping, as well as the normal ratings. i don;t want to get a tire that causes my gas mileage to drop significantly as i got this truck to replace my previous truck that wasn;t great on gas in town, or on the highway. this truck gets better in town then my previous truck ever got

 

[Joe D]

I used 265 65 17 on my 21. Mickey Thompson Baja Boss. I am the same, usually on the road to work. Every other weekend take dirt bikes out to ride. Dirt road, dessert, mountain roads. Lots of cactus.
I just ordered the same but in an 18' for my new 20225 ranger.
Picture is my 21'

 

[Rollo]

I just installed 265/70 R17 Bridgestone Dueler Ascent AT's on mine. I have zero rubbing with no lift. Although I've only had these on for a few days I can easily say the road manners with this tire easily compare to a very good all-season tire. I really don't think you can go wrong with these based upon what you mentioned.

 

[NevadaBob]

Running 1.5" level and 265/70R18 with Nitto G3s. Tires have been great on and off road for my needs.

That's almost exactly what I'm going for, but maybe keeping the stock Lariat wheels.

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