Mud-Terrain Tires: Off Road Tire Buyer’s Guide 2023
M/T Rubber for Your Rig
Picking the right tires for your ride is something that’s always on the minds of auto and truck aficionados and gearheads alike. With many using their trail rigs as everyday drivers, tire choice becomes more and more important. Fortunately, tire companies have been listening, and have provided us with some awesome options for mud-terrain tires.
If you’re ready to change up your rubber, dig into Part 1 of this year’s tire buyer’s guide. This edition will feature all mud-terrain tires. It covers some of the newest tire debuts, as well as updated, tried-and-true performers. Stay tuned for parts 2 and 3, where we’ll talk more about all-terrain, hybrid, and multi-terrain tires. Let’s get to it and find the perfect tire for your off road ride.
AMP Terrain Attack M/T
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season, Winter
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
19/32, 21/32
Diameters available
16, 17, 18, 20, 22 and 24 inches
URL: amp-tires.com
Notes
The AMP Tires Terrain Attack M/T was designed to perform in the most extreme conditions while offering improved grip and handling for better on-road performance. The three-ply “A” logo sidewall features biting edges that provide outstanding grip in mud, rock, sand, snow and more. The Terrain Attack M/T comes in a full range of sizes up to 40 inches tall.
Atturo Tire Trail Blade MTS
Sidewall Construction
3-Ply Polyester (select sizes)
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
17/32, 20/32, 21/32, 22/32
Diameters Available
17,18, 20, 22, 24,26
URL: atturo.com
Notes
The Trail Blade MTS is the first tire in Atturo’s new Trail Blade Sport series. Designed as an extension of its popular Trail Blade M/T, the MTS features a pattern that borrows from Atturo’s short-course racing teams—with grooves, sipes and a four-lug design. The intimidating sidewall design is an extension of the aggressive tread lug pattern and represents the handle of the karambit knife. Heavy-duty, 12-ply-rated construction across many sizes, along with increased load capacity, makes the tire suitable for ¾- and 1-ton trucks.
Delinte Bandit M/T DX-9
Sidewall Construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
18/32, 19/20, and 20/32
Diameters Available
15,16,17,18, 22, and 24 inches
URL: delintetires.com
Notes
The Bandit M/T is known for its extreme tread blocks with an extended tread wear. The 3-ply puncture guard toughness means three tough layers of polyester cord fabric and high-strength steel belts that guard against rocks and sharp debris. Mud-Terrain tires are designed for outstanding off road performance in dirt, mud, sand, and snow — F-Rated size options available for serious hauling.
Firestone Destination M/T
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32, 22/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18 and 20 inches
URL: firestonetire.com
Notes
The Destination M/T is Firestone’s off road, maximum-traction tire developed to meet the needs of pickup truck and SUV drivers who desire the looks and performance associated with rugged, off road driving. The Destination M/T was the first Firestone light truck tire to use UNI-T technology, which combines off road traction with enhanced on-road capabilities.
Fuel Off-Road Mud Gripper M/T
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
21/32
Diameters available
17, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26 and 28 inches
URL: fueloffroad.com
Notes
The Fuel Off-Road Mud Gripper M/T goes great with your Fuel Off-Road wheels. This tire features a three-ply sidewall with full-width steel belts. Like the Gripper A/T, the M/T also integrates the company’s classic “F” logo for great looks and better traction.
General Tire Grabber X3
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32, 21/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18 and 20 inches
URL: generaltire.com
Notes
General Tire’s mud-terrain tires deliver outstanding off road performance, coupled with strong street manners. The Grabber X3 offers aggressive styling and is engineered for durability, with innovative performance features. A series of deflection ribs protects the upper sidewall area. Objects are deflected away to protect penetration into the sidewall. The tread design gives an aggressive open pattern for high traction in mud, dirt, sand and gravel, while the evacuation channels provide quick and efficient self-cleaning action.
Goodyear Wrangler M/T With Kevlar
Sidewall construction
2-Ply Polyester, 1-Ply Aramid
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32, 19/32, 21/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20 inches
URL: goodyear.com
Notes
The Wrangler M/T With Kevlar is Goodyear’s best tire designed for extreme off road expeditions. It features Dupont Kevlar, which helps resist punctures when powering over rocks, mud and sand. Dupont Kevlar-reinforced sidewalls help increase sidewall puncture resistance by 35 percent. A hardworking, wraparound tread helps deliver sidewall traction in deep mud, sand and rocks. The innovative, asymmetric tread design helps provide aggressive off road traction and enhanced handling on the road.
Kenda Klever M/T
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
13/32, 19/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 inches
URL: kendatire.com
Notes
The Klever M/T is an excellent choice for the off road enthusiast. This tire’s durable rubber compound will hold up in the most demanding environments. It also features self-cleaning lugs for maximum traction during the harshest conditions. A variable shoulder block design improves wear and increases ride comfort while offering low road noise. The Klever M/T is built to perform.
Kumho Road Venture MT KL71
Sidewall construction
2-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 inches
URL: kumhotireusa.com
Notes
The Road Venture MT KL71 is a race-proven, ground-pounding, mud-slinging, off road tire with surprisingly good on-road manners. It’s an excellent choice for off road enthusiasts or individuals who require a high-traction tire for their work environment. The extra-deep, cut-and-chip-resistant directional compound will withstand the most brutal of environments, while the tread design is engineered to promote self-cleaning.
Kumho Road Venture MT51
Sidewall construction
2-Ply or 3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32
Diameters available
15, 16 and 17 inches
URL: kumhotireusa.com
Notes
The Road Venture MT51 is an off road, 4WD tire capable of handling the harshest conditions while being just as comfortable on the road as off. So, whether it’s off roading, camping, mining, farming or even the daily school run, this great, all-around tire will exceed expectations.
MAXXIS TIRES RAZR MT
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
17/32, 18/32, 19/32, 20/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 inches
URL: maxxis.com
Notes
The Razr MT was engineered with know-how gained from the company’s involvement in off road racing. The tire features a new, off road compound with new chemical fillers for maximum tear and chip resistance, as well as tread life. Its new pattern features deeply sculpted center blocks that maximize mud traction, while the Razr MT’s stone and mud ejectors improve self-cleaning performance and minimize rock retention.
Milestar Patagonia M/T-02
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
19/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, and 22 inches
URL: milestartires.com
Notes
The Patagonia M/T-02 developed around years of feedback from real-world enthusiasts and professional rock crawling competitions. It uses cross-directional siping to improve tread block strength and resilience with a more stable footprint, reducing the risk of chunking. The much-improved mud-terrain tires integrate Milestar’s MILETECH 3-Ply sidewall with added rigidity for maximum sidewall durability, yet still pliable and flexible for aired-down bite and rock-crawling grip.
Nexen Roadian MTX
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20 and 22 inches
URL: nexentireusa.com
Notes
The Roadian MTX from Nexen tire features an aggressive design that’s extremely versatile for on- and off road driving. The construction of the tire has been improved to maximize load and towing capabilities—without sacrificing any of the rugged traits or highway driving comfort one would expect from the Roadian line of tires.
Nitto Trail Grappler M/T
Sidewall Construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32
Diameters Available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24
URL: nittotire.com
Notes
The Trail Grappler M/T provides an aggressive mud tread design with on road, quiet ride performance. The three-ply sidewall and thick rubber construction increase puncture resistance. Leading-edge tread and side lug blocks provide additional biting edges that command lateral stability and enhance forward traction.
Pro Comp Xtreme MT2
Sidewall Construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
19/32, 20/32, 21/32, 22/32
Diameters Available
15, 17, 18, 20, 22
URL: procompusa.com
Notes
The Pro Comp Xtreme MT2 radial is designed for full-sized trucks for both on- and off road use. No matter whether it’s hauling heavy loads or exploring rugged terrain, this tire delivers the toughness and traction needed to get the job done. The aggressive, open-tread design delivers unsurpassed grip and control without excessive noise, as well as improved self-cleaning performance in mud and snow.
STA Super Traxion
Sidewall Construction
Bias Ply
Season
M+S
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
Diameters Available
14, 15, 16, 16.5 and 17.5 inches
URL: cokertire.com
Notes
These long lasting and durable tires offer exceptional traction for pickups, vans, campers on both highways and for off road uses. Super Traxion tires have a minimum stone retention design. Clean out is a snap as mud and stones are cast off as the tire rotates. Other features include great traction with husky lugs that are pinned for studs. STA Tires Super Traxion tires are cool running with deep vented shoulders and wide profile for flotation and traction.
Toyo Tires Open Country M/T
Sidewall Construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread Depth
18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32
Diameters Available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22, 24
URL: toyotires.com
Notes
Developed to meet the needs of late model truck owners and dealers, these new tires address the increase in payload and towing capacity of today’s trucks, giving owners the freedom to make the look and style of their vehicles more personal and custom with a tire that’s properly load rated. The Open Country M/T is well known for durability, off road performance, long tread life and an aggressive tread pattern. It’s designed to help trucks work hard on pavement and then work just as hard when roads are muddy, snowy and rocky … or when there are no roads at all.
Yokohama Geolander M/T G003
Sidewall construction
3-Ply Polyester
Season
All-Season
Terrain
Mud-Terrain
Tread depth
17/32, 18/32, 19/32, 20/32, 21/32
Diameters available
15, 16, 17, 18, 20, 22 and 24 inches
URL: yokohamatire.com
Notes
You can’t go off road with tires you don’t trust. That’s the reason the all-new Geolander M/T G003 is engineered with rock solid, geo-shield technologies from casing to tread. Delivering killer performance, seriously intimidating looks and an industry leading tread life, the Geolander M/T G003 will give you confidence to explore, even in the most brutal terrain.
Editor’s Note: A version of this story previously appeared in the March/April 2023 issue of TREAD Magazine.
