From Jalopnik · Ivo Gievski · · 1m 50s
7 Puncture-Resistant Off-Road Tires That Say They Can Take Those Sharp Rocks Over There
7 off-road tires claim to handle sharp rocks without puncturing.
In brief
7 off-road tires claim to handle sharp rocks without puncturing. Seven off-road tires with puncture-resistant designs help vehicles navigate rocky terrain safely. Originally reported by Jalopnik.
Why off-road tires matter
High ground clearance, four-wheel-drive systems with locking differentials, long-travel suspension, and LED lights that could cause sunburn are all cool and totally necessary in off-road vehicles.
Best off-road tires for tough terrain
Replacing original road tires with all-terrain or off-road tires improves traction on gravel, dirt, and mud while sacrificing on-road comfort and grip.
Puncture resistance key
Modern off-road tires have heavy-duty sidewalls and specialized cut- and chip-resistant compounds to deflect rocks and prevent punctures.
BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3
BFGoodrich's 2018 launch features Krawl-Tek compound and Linear Flex Zone for rock-climbing grip and puncture resistance.
Mickey Thompson Baja Boss M/T
Mickey Thompson's Baja Boss M/T uses Powerply XD 3-Ply construction for puncture resistance and Sidebiters for mud grip.
Yokohama Geolandar M/T G003
Yokohama's G003 has Geo-Shield construction and armor for sidewall puncture protection against sharp rocks.
General Grabber X3
General's Grabber X3 uses Duragen technology for durability and sipes for traction in rainy conditions.
Goodyear Wrangler Boulder MT
Goodyear's Boulder MT uses three-ply Duraply Technology to resist punctures and rocks.
Firestone Destination M/T2
Firestone's Destination M/T2 has 20% more biting edges for wet and snowy traction and studded options for winter use.
Hankook Dynapro MT2
Hankook's Dynapro MT2 features 3D-software-engineered tread design for puncture resistance and noise reduction.
Price comparison
All tires cost $340-$375 per LT285/70R17 size at Tire Rack or Amazon.
Why these tires work
Tires with reinforced sidewalls and specialized compounds resist punctures from sharp rocks and debris.
What happens next
Drivers can choose puncture-resistant tires for safer off-road adventures on rocky trails.
Here's the gist
Seven off-road tires with puncture-resistant designs help vehicles navigate rocky terrain safely.
