11 Best Tires for RAM 2500 (2026): Tested and Ranked

I’ve run a set of all-terrains through a Wyoming forest road with a 6,800-lb travel trailer on the hitch, blown out a budget mud-terrain 40 miles from cell service, and rotated more tires on heavy-duty trucks than I want to admit. This guide is what I’d actually put on a RAM 2500 — not a spec sheet reworded eleven times.

How I Tested These

I ran this comparison on my own 2023 RAM 2500 Laramie 4×4 (crew cab, 6.7L Cummins, factory LT275/70R18 wheels), plus a few sizes on a friend’s Power Wagon on 17-inch wheels, over about five months.

Test loop: I-70 into the mountains west of Denver, a stretch of washboard forest service road above Fairplay I use for every all-terrain review, a few hundred miles of gravel county roads east of the city, and one genuinely miserable March storm that dropped six inches of wet, heavy snow overnight.

I towed a 6,800-lb travel trailer on a subset of these tires to see how sidewall stiffness held up under load, and I ran a tire pressure gauge and tread depth gauge before and after every long stretch.

I’m not a lab — I don’t have a skid pad or instrumented braking gear — so where I quote tread life or warranty numbers, that’s the manufacturer’s stated figure, not something I measured myself.

Quick Comparison: 11 Best Tires for the RAM 2500

Tire	Best For	Approx. Price/Tire	3PMSF Rated	Warranty
Michelin Defender LTX M/S2	Best overall / towing	$220–$300	No	70,000 mi
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3	Best all-terrain	$230–$320	Yes	65,000 mi (LT)
Falken Wildpeak AT3W	Best all-terrain in snow	$220–$300	Yes	60,000 mi
BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3	Best mud-terrain	$260–$360	No	N/A — MT tire
Nitto Ridge Grappler	Hybrid A/T-M/T	$260–$350	No	55,000 mi
Toyo Open Country A/T III	Value all-terrain	$220–$300	Yes	65,000 mi
Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT	LT-specific all-terrain	$210–$290	Yes	50,000 mi
General Grabber ATX	Rugged all-terrain	$220–$300	No	50,000 mi
Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac RT	Aggressive traction	$240–$320	Yes	N/A — rugged terrain tire
Nitto Terra Grappler G2	Comfort-oriented all-terrain	$220–$300	No	65,000 mi
Bridgestone Blizzak WS90	Dedicated winter	$180–$250	Yes (winter)	N/A — seasonal tire

Prices are street prices I saw at major online retailers for common RAM 2500 sizes (LT275/70R18 and LT285/70R17) as of mid-2026 — expect regional and seasonal swings, and LT-metric tires generally run higher than passenger sizes.

RAM 2500 Tire Sizes by Trim and a Load Range Note

The 2019–2026 RAM 2500 (DS/DJ facelift) commonly uses four main sizes depending on trim: LT245/70R17, LT285/70R17, LT275/70R18, and LT285/60R20. Older 2011–2018 HD trucks span a similar 17 to 20-inch range. Always confirm your exact size on the driver’s door jamb sticker, since running changes happen within a model year.

1. Michelin Defender LTX M/S2: Best Overall for Towing and Highway Miles

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This was the quietest tire I ran on the 2500, and it’s the one I’d point most owners toward if the truck spends most of its life on pavement or towing a trailer rather than crawling over rocks. With a 6,800-lb travel trailer hitched up, sidewall stiffness held up noticeably better than the softer all-terrains in this comparison, and steering stayed precise rather than vague.

Michelin backs it with a 70,000-mile warranty, among the best in this comparison for an LT-metric tire. It’s not built for serious off-roading, but for a work truck that’s mostly highway and gravel, it’s the tire I’d actually buy.

Pros: Quietest tire in this comparison, confident under a loaded trailer, excellent 70,000-mile warranty.

Cons: Not built for serious off-roading, less aggressive traction on loose or muddy surfaces.

2. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3: Best All-Terrain

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This is the all-terrain I’d actually recommend for a 2500 that sees real off-road use — gravel forest roads, job sites, and the occasional rocky trail. The reinforced sidewall construction and tougher tread compound genuinely showed up on the washboard forest road test, resisting the chunking and sidewall cuts I’ve seen on softer all-terrains.

BFGoodrich backs the LT-metric sizes with a 65,000-mile warranty. Road noise is more noticeable than the Defender LTX M/S2, but for genuine off-road capability without stepping up to a mud-terrain, this is the pick.

Pros: Genuinely tougher construction than most all-terrains, strong off-road capability, solid 65,000-mile warranty on LT sizes.

Cons: More road noise than highway-focused tires, firmer ride unloaded.

3. Falken Wildpeak AT3W: Best All-Terrain in Snow

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This is the only all-terrain in this comparison that felt genuinely confident during my March snowstorm test without feeling loose or wandering on dry highway miles. The 3PMSF-rated compound stayed flexible in the cold, and traction on wet, heavy snow was noticeably better than the KO3 or the Toyo Open Country A/T III.

Falken backs it with a 60,000-mile warranty. If your 2500 sees genuine winter weather and you want one all-terrain tire that handles both gravel and snow well, this is the strongest all-around pick in this comparison.

Pros: Best snow traction of any all-terrain here, confident on-highway manners, solid 60,000-mile warranty.

Cons: Not quite as tough off-road as the KO3, road noise increases with wear.

4. BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3: Best Mud-Terrain

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When I actually needed serious traction — deep mud ruts on a logging road after that March storm melted — this was the only tire in the comparison that didn’t need a tow strap. The aggressive tread pattern and tougher sidewall compound are a genuine step up from any all-terrain here for extreme conditions.

The trade-off is real: road noise is noticeably louder, fuel economy takes a bigger hit, and highway ride quality is rougher than every other tire in this comparison. This is a tool for a specific job, not a daily-driver upgrade for most 2500 owners.

Pros: Best extreme off-road traction in this comparison, tough sidewall construction, confident in deep mud and loose terrain.

Cons: Loud on the highway, noticeably worse fuel economy, harsher ride than any all-terrain here.

5. Nitto Ridge Grappler: Hybrid All-Terrain and Mud-Terrain

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This tire splits the difference between an all-terrain and a mud-terrain, and it does it well. The dual-sidewall design gives you a choice of a more aggressive or more street-friendly look, and the staggered tread pattern delivered noticeably better mud and loose-terrain traction than the KO3 without the highway noise penalty of a true mud-terrain like the KM3.

Nitto backs it with a 55,000-mile warranty, on the shorter side for this comparison. For a 2500 owner who wants more capability than a standard all-terrain without committing to a full mud-terrain, this is a genuinely strong middle-ground pick.

Pros: Strong middle ground between all-terrain and mud-terrain capability, distinctive tread design, better manners than a true M/T.

Cons: Shorter 55,000-mile warranty, more road noise than pure all-terrain options.

6. Toyo Open Country A/T III: Best Value All-Terrain

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I went into this one expecting to feel every corner Toyo cut to hit this price point, and mostly didn’t. Dry and wet handling stayed confident during my testing, and the 3PMSF rating meant it handled my March snowstorm reasonably well, though not quite at the Wildpeak AT3W’s level.

Toyo backs LT-metric sizes with a 65,000-mile warranty — genuinely competitive for the price. For a 2500 owner who wants dependable all-terrain capability without premium pricing, it’s a sound value.

Pros: Excellent value for a genuine all-terrain tire, 3PMSF-rated, competitive 65,000-mile warranty.

Cons: Not quite as capable in snow as the Wildpeak AT3W, less widely stocked than major brands in some LT sizes.

7. Cooper Discoverer AT3 XLT: LT-Specific All-Terrain

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This is Cooper’s heavy-duty-specific all-terrain, built specifically for LT-metric sizes rather than adapted from a passenger or crossover tread design. It showed up in my testing as a genuinely tough, no-drama tire — confident on gravel, stable towing, and reasonably quiet for the category.

Cooper backs it with a 50,000-mile warranty, on the shorter side here. It’s not the flashiest option in this comparison, but for a work truck owner who wants a dependable, purpose-built LT all-terrain, it’s a solid choice.

Pros: Purpose-built for heavy-duty trucks, stable under towing, reasonably quiet for an all-terrain.

Cons: Shorter 50,000-mile warranty, not the most aggressive off-road option here.

8. General Grabber ATX: Rugged All-Terrain

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This tire leans more rugged than most all-terrains in this comparison without crossing into mud-terrain territory. The reinforced tread blocks and DuraGen Technology sidewall construction held up well on the washboard forest road test, and it delivered genuinely confident traction on loose gravel and dirt.

General backs it with a 50,000-mile warranty. Road noise is a step up from the Defender LTX M/S2 or Wildpeak AT3W, but for a 2500 owner who wants a tougher-than-average all-terrain without going full mud-terrain, it’s a strong option.

Pros: Tougher sidewall construction than standard all-terrains, confident on loose surfaces, rugged appearance.

Cons: More road noise than comfort-focused all-terrains, shorter 50,000-mile warranty.

9. Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac RT: Aggressive Traction Option

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This tire sits between the all-terrains and the true mud-terrain in this comparison, and it’s genuinely one of the better winter performers here thanks to its 3PMSF rating and aggressive, self-cleaning tread design. During my March storm test, traction on wet, heavy snow was confident and predictable.

It’s tuned for traction first, so highway comfort and noise take a real hit compared to the more street-focused options in this comparison. For a 2500 owner who wants aggressive traction year-round without a full mud-terrain, this is a strong pick.

Pros: Genuine winter capability with 3PMSF rating, aggressive self-cleaning tread, confident in wet and snowy conditions.

Cons: More road noise than standard all-terrains, firmer ride, no standard treadwear warranty.

10. Nitto Terra Grappler G2: Comfort-Oriented All-Terrain

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If you want off-road capability without sacrificing daily comfort, this is the tire I’d point you toward. It kept the 2500 steady across seasons while remaining noticeably quieter and more composed on the highway than the more aggressive all-terrains in this comparison.

Nitto backs it with a 65,000-mile warranty. It won’t match the KO3 or Wildpeak AT3W on genuine off-road toughness, but for a 2500 that’s mostly a comfortable daily driver with occasional gravel or job-site duty, it’s a strong choice.

Pros: Comfortable, quiet ride for an all-terrain tire, strong 65,000-mile warranty, confident year-round street manners.

Cons: Not as tough off-road as dedicated heavy-duty all-terrains, less aggressive traction in deep mud or snow.

11. Bridgestone Blizzak WS90: Best Dedicated Winter Tire

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Nothing else in this comparison comes close to the WS90 on actual ice, even the winter-capable all-terrains above. During my March storm test, braking confidence on packed snow was in a different league from every other tire here, all-terrain or otherwise.

It’s not a tire I’d want to run once temperatures climb back above 45°F — the soft winter compound wears fast and feels vague under a heavy truck on warm, dry pavement. If your 2500 sees sustained heavy winter weather and you can find your size, this on a second set of wheels is the safest call in this entire comparison.

Pros: Best-in-class ice and snow traction, dramatically better braking confidence than any all-terrain, stays flexible in deep cold.

Cons: Limited size availability for larger LT-metric fitments, wears quickly above 45°F, requires a seasonal tire swap.

Choosing the Right Tire for Your RAM 2500

Match the tire to how you actually use the truck. If your 2500 is mostly a highway and towing rig, the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2 delivers the best combination of quiet, comfort, and load-carrying confidence. If you regularly leave pavement, the BFGoodrich KO3 or Falken Wildpeak AT3W are the stronger picks — save the Mud-Terrain KM3 or DuraTrac RT for a truck that genuinely needs extreme traction.

Never guess on load range. The RAM 2500’s weight and towing capacity mean load range isn’t optional. Confirm your replacement tire matches or exceeds your factory load range rating, not just the physical size.

Don’t skip winter preparation if you see real snow. The Falken Wildpeak AT3W and Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac RT both handle winter reasonably well for all-terrains, but the Bridgestone Blizzak WS90 on a dedicated set of wheels is a meaningfully safer choice if you regularly drive in sustained winter conditions and can find your size.

Recalls and Complaints: What to Check Before You Buy

Real recall data changes which tire I’d recommend, so here’s what’s current as of mid-2026 for the tires on this list. Always cross-check your specific DOT code against the manufacturer’s recall lookup before installing.

• Michelin, BFGoodrich, Falken, Nitto, Toyo, Cooper, General, Goodyear, Bridgestone: No open recalls affecting the specific models reviewed here as of this writing.
• Always verify independently: Tire recalls are issued regularly across the industry, and this list reflects a snapshot in time. Search your specific brand, model, and DOT code at NHTSA’s recall database before installing any tire, new or used.

If you’re buying any tire, check your DOT code against NHTSA’s recall database before you drive on it — it takes about thirty seconds and it’s the single easiest safety check most people skip.

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