michelin defender ltx m/s - 275/70r16 114h tire centered three-quarter view showing black sidewall with MICHELIN embossing, symmetric tread blocks, circumferential grooves and siping; designed for vans, pickups and SUVs and backed by a 70,000-mile manufacturer's limited warranty, often used as an all-season replacement for light trucks.
Michelin Defender LTX M/S - 275/70R16 114H Tire
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Michelin Defender LTX M/S - 275/70R16 114H Tire

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  • 70,000 Mile Manufacturer's Limited Warranty
  • Designed for vans, shuttles, pickups, & SUV's
  • Black sidewall
  • Model # 21974
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Tire Size:275/70R16
Service Description:114H
Sidewall:Black sidewall
Material Number or MSPN:21974
Rim Width (min. to max.):7-9
Section Width:275
Overall Diameter:31.1
Tread Depth (32nds):10.5
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Improved Tread Life in Severe Conditions
Evertread™ compound helps the MICHELIN® Defender®LTX® M/S last 10% longer in severe conditions than the MICHELIN® LTX® M/S2.

Excellent Wet and Snow Traction
The MICHELIN® Defender® LTX® M/S tire offers shorter wet stopping distances and better snow traction than leading competitive long-warranty tires.

Eco-Friendly
MaxTouch Construction™ helps the MICHELIN® Defender®LTX® M/S save you up to 65 gallons of fuel over the life of the tire, compared to a leading competitive tire
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Specifications

Product Details
Tire Size:275/70R16
Service Description:114H
Sidewall:Black sidewall
Material Number or MSPN:21974
Rim Width (min. to max.):7-9
Section Width:275
Overall Diameter:31.1
Tread Depth (32nds):10.5
RPM:667
Max Load (lbs.):2601@44
UTQG Rating
Treadwear:720
TractionA
Temperature:A

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Sep 29, 2026
Reviewer name: Rick G
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LTX/MS are the best

I think these are the best tires made for a light pickup. I have ran them for many years on all of my trucks. After they are installed it's unbelievable the difference in the feel and handling when you leave the tire store. They last a long time. Treadwear is greeeeaaaat !

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Oct 5, 2026
Reviewer name: Steve
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Great tires. Great handling, durable, and quiet.

I replaced my original tires with Michelin tires. It's my first choice for years. Very nice brand of tires! the a Durable, quiet, and handle great. I always buy Michelin.

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Mar 30, 2026
Reviewer name: CadiDrvr
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5 out of 5 stars review

Could be Michelin's best tire

Could be Michelin's best tire. OEM on parents '03 GMC Envoy. I normally am not a fan of OEM tires, but these were exceptional. When replacement time came, local tire shop (and Michelin experts) recommended that these tires were still the best option. Just replaced those, as my parents don't drive nearly as much in their advanced age and the tires were starting to show signs of dry rot, which I've read is normal with Michelin's high mileage tires as they just don't wear out! These newest ones are probably the best Michelin tires, and I speak from experience. Another vehicle was supplied OEM with Primacy Tours, which were trash, and I replaced with the Defender2 and while better, aren't the equal of the Defender LTX! I have another vehicle with Pilot Sport All Season 4s which might be slightly better than the Defender LTX, but I have to knock them a point as I can't get 20k miles on them. But they ARE a high performance tire, and phenomenal! The Defender LTX is incredibly quiet, smooth, and resists hydroplaning and tramlining. Haven't bee drven in the snow, but considering how excellent they are in the other 3 seasons, I'm confident they'd perform just fine in the snow. Highly recommend!

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Current price is Now $315.99
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When you buy 4
Ends Dec 31
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Tires will be installed at Columbus, Hilliard Sam's Club
Install in 4 days
Return or replace anytime.