What Are All-Terrain Tires?

All-terrain tires—often abbreviated as A/T tires—combine features of highway tires and more aggressive off-road tires. Their tread patterns are designed to provide additional traction on loose surfaces while maintaining reasonable comfort, handling and road noise during everyday driving.

Compared with a typical highway tire, an all-terrain tire generally has larger tread blocks, more open tread channels, additional biting edges and a more rugged sidewall design. Compared with a mud-terrain tire, an all-terrain tire usually provides quieter highway operation and more predictable everyday road manners.

All-terrain tires can be a good fit for:

• Daily-driven pickup trucks
• Jeeps and Ford Broncos
• Four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive SUVs
• Work trucks and fleet vehicles
• Construction, farm and jobsite vehicles
• Gravel and rural-road driving
• Camping, hunting and outdoor recreation
• Light to moderate trail use
• Drivers who want a rugged appearance with everyday usability

Benefits of All-Terrain Tires

The greatest advantage of an all-terrain tire is versatility. A properly selected A/T tire can improve loose-surface traction and create a more aggressive appearance without requiring the driver to use a dedicated mud tire on the highway every day.

On-Road and Off-Road Versatility

All-terrain tires are engineered for mixed use. They can provide stable highway performance while offering additional traction on gravel, dirt, grass, trails and other unpaved surfaces.

Rugged Truck and SUV Styling

Deeper tread patterns, stronger shoulder designs and aggressive sidewall styling can give a truck, Jeep or SUV a more capable off-road appearance.

Options for Year-Round Driving

Many all-terrain tires are designed for year-round use. Certain models also carry the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol, indicating that they meet applicable severe-snow performance criteria.

The Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake designation does not automatically make an all-terrain tire equivalent to a dedicated winter tire in every winter condition. Our team can help you compare the available options based on how and where you drive.

Durability for Work and Recreation

Many all-terrain tires are available in light-truck sizes and load ranges appropriate for towing, hauling, jobsites and recreational use. The correct load rating depends on the vehicle and how it is used.

Popular All-Terrain Tire Brands

Trux Unlimited has access to many of the most recognized all-terrain tire manufacturers. Brand, model and size availability can vary, so contact our Fort Wayne or Angola team for current pricing and available options.

BFGoodrich All-Terrain Tires

BFGoodrich is one of the best-known brands in the all-terrain category. The BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO3 continues the company’s established line of all-terrain truck and SUV tires.

Nitto All-Terrain Tires

Nitto offers several popular options for trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Depending on the desired balance of road comfort and off-road capability, options may include the Nitto Terra Grappler G3, Recon Grappler A/T and Ridge Grappler.

Toyo All-Terrain Tires

The Toyo Open Country family includes tires for highway, all-terrain, rugged-terrain and mud-terrain use. The Toyo Open Country A/T III is a popular choice for drivers seeking mixed on-road and off-road performance.

Falken All-Terrain Tires

Falken’s Wildpeak line is widely recognized among truck, Jeep and SUV owners. The Falken Wildpeak A/T4W is designed for drivers seeking all-terrain versatility in a broad range of conditions.

Goodyear All-Terrain Tires

Goodyear’s Wrangler family includes a range of tires for highway, all-terrain and rugged-terrain applications. Available models can include the Wrangler Workhorse AT2 and other Wrangler A/T options.

Mickey Thompson All-Terrain Tires

Mickey Thompson specializes in aggressive tires for trucks, Jeeps and off-road vehicles. The Mickey Thompson Baja Boss A/T combines rugged styling with mixed-use capability.

Cooper All-Terrain Tires

Cooper Tires offers several truck and SUV options for drivers who need dependable pavement performance with added traction for gravel, dirt, jobsites and recreational use.

General Tire All-Terrain Tires

General Tire’s Grabber family includes popular choices for trucks and SUVs. The General Grabber A/TX is a recognized all-terrain option for mixed driving conditions.

Yokohama All-Terrain Tires

Yokohama offers all-terrain tires through its Geolandar lineup, including options designed for SUVs, Jeeps, pickup trucks and other four-wheel-drive vehicles.

Additional All-Terrain Tire Brands

Additional all-terrain options may be available from Bridgestone, Continental, Firestone, Hankook, Maxxis, Kumho, Pirelli, Venom Power and other manufacturers.

All-Terrain Tires for Trucks, Jeeps and SUVs

Trux Unlimited offers factory-size and oversized all-terrain tires for many popular vehicles, including:

• Chevrolet Silverado
• GMC Sierra
• Ford F-150 and Super Duty
• Ford Bronco and Bronco Sport
• Ram 1500, 2500 and 3500
• Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator
• Toyota Tacoma, Tundra and 4Runner
• Nissan Frontier and Titan
• Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban
• GMC Yukon
• Land Rover and Range Rover SUVs
• Other trucks, SUVs and four-wheel-drive vehicles

Contact us with your vehicle’s year, make, model and current tire size. If the vehicle has been lifted or leveled, also provide the suspension height and wheel specifications when possible.

Choosing the Correct All-Terrain Tire Size

Selecting the correct all-terrain tire involves more than matching the diameter of your current tires. Proper fitment can depend on wheel width, wheel offset, backspacing, suspension height, fender clearance, load rating and the way the vehicle will be driven.

Trux Unlimited can help with factory-size replacements and many popular oversized applications, including 33-inch, 35-inch, 37-inch and larger tire setups.

Actual fitment varies by vehicle. Some larger tires may require a leveling kit, lift kit, different wheel specifications or additional modifications.

All-Terrain Tires for Lifted and Leveled Vehicles

A lift kit or leveling kit can create room for larger tires and change the stance of your vehicle. Trux Unlimited can help coordinate the tire size, wheel specifications and suspension height to create a complete setup.

Our team offers suspension services, lift-kit installation, leveling-kit installation, custom wheels and alignment services for many modified trucks, Jeeps and SUVs.

Professional All-Terrain Tire Installation

Trux Unlimited provides professional all-terrain tire installation in Fort Wayne and Angola. Our technicians have experience with standard and oversized tires, custom wheels and modified vehicles.

All-terrain tire installation can include:

• Verification of tire size and vehicle fitment
• Inspection of the wheels and existing tires
• Professional tire mounting
• Computerized wheel balancing
• Valve-stem and TPMS considerations
• Proper tire inflation
• Lug-nut torque
• Clearance and final fitment inspection

Ask about combining your new tires with custom wheels or a complete wheel, lift and tire package.

All-Terrain Tire Repair and Maintenance

Gravel, jobsites, trails and everyday roads can expose your tires to nails, screws, sharp rocks and other debris. Trux Unlimited offers all-terrain tire inspections and flat-tire repair when the damage can be safely repaired.

Repairability depends on the location and size of the puncture, remaining tread depth, internal condition and whether the tire has sidewall or structural damage.

Available tire-maintenance services include:

• Flat-tire and puncture inspection
• Tire repair when safely permitted
• Tire rotation
• Computerized wheel balancing
• Tread-depth inspection
• Uneven-wear diagnosis
• Tire-pressure checks
• TPMS assistance

If a damaged tire cannot be safely repaired, we can help locate an appropriate replacement in the correct size, load rating and tread type.

Alignments for All-Terrain Tires

Correct wheel alignment can help promote even tire wear and predictable handling. Consider having the alignment inspected if your vehicle pulls to one side, the steering wheel is off-center or your previous tires show uneven wear.

An alignment is especially important after changing suspension height or replacing certain suspension components. Trux Unlimited offers alignment services for many factory-height, lifted and modified vehicles.

All-Terrain vs. Mud-Terrain Tires

All-terrain and mud-terrain tires are designed for different priorities. Understanding the differences can help you select a tire that matches how you actually drive.

Choose All-Terrain Tires If You:

• Drive primarily on paved roads
• Want reasonable highway comfort and road noise
• Occasionally travel on gravel, dirt or trails
• Need a versatile tire for work and recreation
• Want rugged styling without a full mud-tire design

Consider Mud-Terrain Tires If You:

• Frequently drive through deep mud or demanding terrain
• Prioritize off-road traction over highway refinement
• Want a highly aggressive tread and sidewall appearance
• Understand the potential for additional road noise

If you want something between these categories, explore our rugged-terrain and hybrid-terrain options on the off-road tires page.

All-Terrain Tires in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Visit Trux Unlimited for all-terrain tires in Fort Wayne. We serve truck, Jeep and SUV owners throughout Fort Wayne, Allen County and surrounding Northeast Indiana communities.

Our Fort Wayne team can help with tire selection, professional installation, balancing, flat-tire repair, custom wheels, lift kits, leveling kits and alignment services.

Fort Wayne: 260-496-8789

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All-Terrain Tires in Angola, Indiana

Trux Unlimited also offers all-terrain tire sales, installation and repair at our downtown Angola location. We serve drivers from Angola, Steuben County, Fremont, Hamilton, Pleasant Lake, Crooked Lake, Lake James and surrounding Northeast Indiana communities.

Visit our Angola tire shop for factory-size and oversized all-terrain tires, custom wheels, suspension upgrades and complete wheel-and-tire packages.

Angola: 260-243-4140

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Get a Quote on All-Terrain Tires

Let the Trux Unlimited team help you find all-terrain tires that fit your vehicle, driving habits, desired appearance and budget.

When requesting a quote, please provide:

• Your vehicle’s year, make and model
• Your current tire size
• Your wheel size, if known
• Your lift or leveling-kit height, if applicable
• Your preferred tire brand, if applicable
• How much highway and off-road driving you do
• Your preferred Fort Wayne or Angola location

Fort Wayne: 260-496-8789
Angola: 260-243-4140

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Frequently Asked Questions About All-Terrain Tires

Are all-terrain tires good for daily driving?

Yes. All-terrain tires are commonly used on daily-driven trucks, Jeeps and SUVs because they balance paved-road performance with added traction on gravel, dirt, light mud and trails.

Are all-terrain tires noisy on the highway?

All-terrain tires may create more road noise than a highway tire, but they are generally quieter than mud-terrain tires. Road noise varies by tire model, tread design, vehicle and wear condition.

Are all-terrain tires good in snow?

Many all-terrain tires provide useful traction in light or moderate snow. Certain models carry the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake symbol. A dedicated winter tire may still provide better performance in severe winter conditions.

Can Trux Unlimited install oversized all-terrain tires?

Yes. Trux Unlimited installs factory-size and oversized all-terrain tires for many trucks, Jeeps and SUVs. Fitment depends on the vehicle, wheel specifications, suspension height and available clearance.

Does Trux Unlimited repair all-terrain tires?

Yes. Trux Unlimited can inspect a leaking or damaged all-terrain tire and repair it when the location and extent of the damage meet safe repair guidelines. Sidewall and structural damage generally cannot be repaired.

Do I need a lift kit for larger all-terrain tires?

Some larger tire sizes may fit a factory-height vehicle, while other sizes may require a leveling kit, lift kit, different wheels or additional modifications. Fitment varies by vehicle and desired tire size.

How often should all-terrain tires be rotated?

Follow the tire manufacturer’s and vehicle manufacturer’s recommended rotation intervals. Regular rotation is particularly important for aggressive tire patterns because it can help promote more even tread wear.