Customer reviews for BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 - 37x12.50R17/C 116S Tire forSo Far - Very Good!
We put the new BFG KO2's in a 265/70 R17C (6ply) configuration on our stock 2003 Toyota 4Runner 4.7L v8 4x4 with 17" stock alloy's and have run them for just about 3500 miles running at 50 psi and have been very pleased with them so far. The size is a slight up-tic from the stock tire, but is the size recommended via a call to Michelain's customer support help-line. The clearance in the front wheel well when the tire is turned hard right or left leaves about and inch against the interior well trimming. We have not had any rubbing or collection of debris trapping therein. We chose the C class feeling it would be a good compromise given the GVW of the V8 4runner and our intended use and all-around passenger comfort as opposed to the E class 8Ply configuration. We bought the 03 4.7L V8 4x4 (108K miles) because we wanted an old school rig we could go into the hills with and not worry about putting some Colorado pinstripes on while four-wheeling through tight tree lined tracks, tow a trailer if needed and run the interstate to Denver from our home in South-Central Colorado. So Far - Very Good! Both the Rig and the Tires. We've never enjoyed, or been impressed as much with a vehicle as much as this old V8 4Runner and the BFG KO2's have simply improved the vehicle which previously had a set of Michelin all-season radials. I was very concerned about road noise with the KO2's, but decided that we were going all in for them in that we wanted a tire that would serve better, the purpose for which we'd bought the rig. These tires are amazingly quiet! And I'm terribly picky and sensitive to road noise. In my opinion their noise increase over the all-season Michelins is so minimal as not to be noteworthy. As for performance, in November we took them for a spin up the rough and rocky 4X4 track which leads to Balman Reservoir and Rainbow lake in the Sangre de Cristo Mountains. We aired down to about 30 psi and were very pleased in that we weren't getting beat up by the 6ply's - this is a rough and very rocky road and the tires performed very well in dry, steep and steep track with loose gravel-scree and dirt. At higher elevation we ran into snow (perhaps 3" to start) and the tires did a great job their too. The only slippage was as we climbed in steep turning pitches where the rear end would slip a few inches out to the downhill side. Mostly due to the tracking of the trail itself. We stopped and turned back due to good sense and an extreme narrowing of the trail with a precipice on the right-hand downhill side of the track. The tires were willing; we on the other hand decided that in the fading light of day, good judgment and not the voice of the KO2's saying go for it was best. Also, upon returning to lower elevation and groomed dirt and pavement we did not observe and tire damage nor did the tread retain and gravel or rocks of any significance. - So Far- Very Good! On the highway we have enjoyed a confidant ride that does not pull or cause the vehicle to behave any differently than when we'd previously driven it on the all-season Michelins, a great tire for what they are designed to do -. As for fuel economy, if their is a negative it is negligible in that we've not noted any loss of merit in our mileage per tank - So Far - Very Good! As for paved roads and snow and ice, just last week on Saturday afternoon we happened to be obligated to drive in conditions that one would otherwise be advised to stay home and read about such adventures by a warm fire. It was Saturday, December 12th, the condition were snow, packing snow and straight-up skating rink (I've got 20 sliding, crash, ding and dent photo's to prove it!) You know, the footage you've seen scenes like it on the evening news people sliding while simply setting still - yah that stuff! The BFG KO2's were fantastic! I did put the 4runner in H-4 (four-wheel drive and but with the exception of those hard right or left turns in a tight circumference radius turn where the rear-end would give a bit of side-slip out and then recover, they instilled confidence and proved themselves a tire that, I will, without hesitation buy again and highly recommend to others.I gave the tires a 4-Star rating here as opposed to a 5 only in that we have not had them long enough to determine rubber compound longevity, overall durability and/or tread-live etc.,. All said, if you're thinking about a new All-Terrain or Snow Tire go buy BFGoodrich's All-Terrain KO2's, they will not disappoint.
Hands-down best all-around truck tire on the market. Period.
I bought my most recent set of the KO2's in December 2021. They're on my 2006 Chevy 1500 Z71. I have a little over 60,000 miles on them now and it's about time for another set. This next set will be my 4th set of these on 2 different trucks, and I've always got at least 60,000 miles every set. These are hands down, no competition the best all around tire on the market. I drive a half ton truck so I really don't need the 10 ply rating as far as weight goes so to offset for ride comfort I've always ran these tires at 28 psi and have never seen any downsides as a result. I've never had a tire failure from one, even driving them low (5-8 psi) without realizing it due to the super stiff carcass. Even with 0 psi in one the rim will still not go to the ground. They're a little pricey but are more than worth the trade off with how long they last as well as being the most quiet smoothest riding off-road tire on the market. I highly recommend to anyone looking for the best all around truck tire there is.
Very Happy Customer
Purchased this tire three times. First set purchased on a 03 Silverado 2500HD 4x4- nicely balanced, great in snow and water, and stayed that way for the first 15,000 before I sold that truck. I just put a set on my son’s Silverado 1500 4x4 about a month ago, and I just purchased a set to go on my 16 Silverado 3500HD CCLB. I made the decision to purchase these before heading out on a trip between Georgia and Virginia during the wicked snow storm last week (early Dec 18) and couldn’t have been more pleased. The tires have consistently been well-balanced on all these trucks and super pleased the with wet and snow traction they offer.
Brad03, so glad to hear of your great experience with our KO2 tires. We appreciate your loyalty.
KO2's are improvement over KO's
I have used All Terrain T/A KO's for years on my Blazers and have always been quite satisfied. I recently purchased and installed a set of KO2's on my new Toyota 4Runner and they are even better with extra side wall grip and excellent traction on rough terrain and mud. Next season I will try them in the snow and I am sure they will perform every bit as good. The only challenge I had with a recent off road ride was spending a couple of hours cleaning all the mud and dirt off of the car! A added plus is that they are surprising quite on the highway for off road tires.
BFG AT KO FAN
I have had three sets of the old BFG AT KO. On and 94 Jeep, 02 Tahoe and 01 F150. They were all great tires with good traction in Montana's seasons. My 01 F150 does a lot of time hunting in the mountains, crossing creeks and plenty of snow and gravel. I've had two flats in 15 years running AT KO tires and they came on my 01 with over 50K on that set. When in came time to put new tires on my (wifes) 2011 F150, I chose the K02 to replace the factory tires. My wife loves the compliments on the aggressive look. The new KO2s are better than the old ones in almost every way and I immediately replaced the tired and worn KOs on my 01 with the KO2. I have been equally impressed. Great traction, quiet, better ride quality. My only complaint is that they are rock throwers where I don't recall the old ones throwing rocks. Not a big deal. I also can't comment on the tread life as they are fairly new. On my 11 F150 the gas mileage did decrease some over the factory tires. But the factory tires were garbage and I pull a 28' Travel Trailer with this pickup and I am willing to give up a couple mpgs for the benefits of the KO2.
86,002 Miles No Regrets
Bought my second set of LT245/75R16 E tires for my 2010 Nissan Pathfinder S. 86,0002 miles on my set of KO’s. Replaced with KO2’s. Live in the Minneapolis Metro Area. These tires work well in all seasons and both on and off-road. These tires handle very well in ice and snow conditions. The winter before I changed them, they were a little less sure footed than previous winter seasons. But they still performed well. Can’t wait to try the new KO2’s. I’ve heard great things!
So glad to hear of your great experience Bearwrestler. Thanks for your commitment to BFGoodrich tires!
31/10.5 R15
I bought these tires less then a year ago and I dont like them. They collect every single nail on the road. The tread life is a joke 15/32 and now I'm at 6/32 hasn't been a year yet and I dont drive very far, I always wanted to leave mi and explore but no way I'm doing that with these tires I'll probably run out of tread before I hit Colorado..
Ram Echo Diesel 2014
67000 miles in 26 months!!!!! Minimum humming and Quiet As long as I rotate tires Used in Highway 30% back roads 50% Farms mud,dirt and fields 20% Excellent performance In all uses snow, IceI, Highway back roads and mud . Either Pulled trailer or had wight in truck 2-3 days a week.
Awesome Pennsylvania! Thanks for taking the time to submit a review.
Worst Tire Ever
Have these tires on my truck, and unfortunately they came with the truck. I have had my tires balanced about 6 times within the past 6 months, also had them road force balanced twice and even replaced a tire. I drive mostly highway (85%) and they shake very bad at higher speeds. Cant wait for these things to run raw so I can get me some better tires.
Best Tires I have ever owned
I just purchased my second set of BF Goodrich tire for this truck. I use them on ALL my trucks they outlast any other tire on the market and the new K02's look and ride even better than I thought they would. I have my last set for 80,000 miles and still brought them home to put on my yard truck because they still have plenty of usable tread left on them. I would tell anyone who is looking for an AWESOME tire to give these a ride and I am sure you will buy them!