Best Light Truck (LT) All-Terrain Tires: 9 Options Compared

The best LT all-terrain tires for most pickup owners are the BFGoodrich KO3 for all-round use and the Firestone Transforce AT2 for work trucks, but the right choice depends on your size, load range and how you drive. This list covers nine LT all-terrain options with the sizes shown on their Amazon listings.

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Always match the size, load index and load range to your vehicle placard or owner manual before you buy. Several tires below are listed in only one size, so check that the size on the listing fits your truck.

Best LT all-terrain tires at a glance

How to choose LT all-terrain tires

Use this checklist before you click through to a listing.

• Size: use the size on your door-jamb placard or in the owner manual. Changing diameter or width can affect speedometer accuracy, clearance and gearing.
• Load range: Load Range E (a 10-ply rating) suits heavy payloads and towing. Load Range C or D is lighter and usually rides softer.
• Load index and speed rating: never go below the values your vehicle requires.
• Winter use: look for the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol on the sidewall of the exact size you buy. Do not assume it from the model name.
• Buy a full set: mixing models or sizes on one vehicle can upset handling and drivetrain wear.

Good fit if: you drive a work truck or heavy half-ton with 18-inch wheels. Watch out: a load range E tire rides firmer when the bed is empty.

Good fit if: you want a lower-cost 16-inch all-terrain tire. Watch out: check the exact size and load rating against your vehicle. Little independent data is available.

Good fit if: your truck or van runs tall 16-inch wheels and needs LT215/85R16. Watch out: this is a narrow, tall size that suits fewer vehicles.

Good fit if: your vehicle takes a 31-inch tire on a 15-inch wheel. Watch out: load range C is a lighter-duty rating than E.

The product image is shared with the other Accelera Epsilon listing and may not show this exact size.

Good fit if: your van or vehicle specifically calls for a 235/65R16C commercial size. Not a fit for: most pickups, which use standard LT sizes. Treat it as an also-consider option for this guide.

Good fit if: you run LT245/75R17 on a three-quarter-ton or heavy half-ton pickup and want a load range E tire. Watch out: the listing text and title show slightly different load/speed codes (121Q and 121/118Q), so confirm before ordering.

Good fit if: you have 20-inch wheels and a lifted or leveled truck. Watch out: 33-inch tires need fender and suspension clearance, and may change speedometer reading and gearing.

Good fit if: you need LT245/75R17 on a tight budget. Watch out: we could not verify snow or mud performance, so we do not rank it for those uses.

Good fit if: you want a well-known all-terrain tire in a wide range of LT sizes. Watch out: premium all-terrain tires usually cost more than the budget options below, and the size and load range depend on the listing you choose.

Listed sizes and ratings

Before you order

• Confirm the size and load range on the listing you click, since the same model comes in many sizes.
• Have a tire shop check fit, mounting and alignment.
• For towing details, see our best-rated all-terrain tires for light trucks guide.

LT all-terrain tires FAQ

What is an LT all-terrain tire?

An LT (light truck) all-terrain tire is built with a stronger casing than a passenger tire and is made for trucks that carry heavy loads or tow. The all-terrain tread is meant to balance road manners with traction on gravel, dirt and light mud.

What does Load Range E mean?

Load Range E is a 10-ply rating, which means the tire can carry higher inflation pressure and load than lighter ranges such as C or D. It suits heavy payloads and towing but can ride firmer when the truck is empty.

Are LT all-terrain tires good in snow?

They can handle light snow, but performance varies by model. Look for the 3PMSF symbol on the sidewall of your exact size. For regular deep snow or ice, dedicated winter tires are the safer option.

Do I need to replace all four tires at once?

It is best to replace all four, or at least both on an axle with the same model and size. Mixing tires can affect handling and put extra stress on four-wheel-drive systems. Check your owner manual for tread-difference limits.

Can I fit a bigger tire than stock?

Often yes, but bigger tires need clearance and can change your speedometer reading and gearing. Check the manufacturer-approved sizes in your owner manual and talk to a tire shop before ordering.

Wrapping up

For most people, start with the BFGoodrich KO3 in your size, or the Firestone Transforce AT2 if you drive a work truck. For other sizes, the Milestar Patagonia, Evoluxx Rotator and Accelera options cover specific wheel sizes, while the Atturo, Suretrac and Trail Guide listings suit narrower needs. Whatever you choose, verify size, load range and the 3PMSF marking on the actual listing.

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