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Feature   June 1, 2005   by CARS Magazine

T&W Product Spotlight: Off-Road

The Bridgestone Dueler MT features extra large and deep lugs for outstanding off road traction and uses a portfolio of Bridgestone technologies for good on-road performance. Spiral Wrap technology mai...


The Bridgestone Dueler MT features extra large and deep lugs for outstanding off road traction and uses a portfolio of Bridgestone technologies for good on-road performance. Spiral Wrap technology maintains the tire’s shape during high speed running, while a Long-Link carbon reinforced rubber compound improves wear and wet performance. Advanced computer design reduces road noise and irregular wear and provides a rounder overall shape for better wet/dry handling balance.

Available in sizes from LT215/ 75R15 to 33×12.50R15 LT.

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The MT RT01 from Hankook features an aggressive block and lug design for excellent off-road traction. The stone-rejecting shoulder lug system enables easy release of foreign materials. The MT RT01 is pinned for studs.

Available in sizes from LT2157/ 5R15 to 33-12.50R15LT.

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INTERCO’s new TrXus Mud Terrain offers a smooth, quiet ride with tough, thick sidewalls with a chip and cut resistant compound. The TrXus Mud Terrain has more siping than other mud tires on the market giving it excellent traction in icy and snowy conditions as well as serious grip in rock crawling conditions.

Available in sizes from LT235/85R16 to 37 x 12.50R17LT.

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The BFGoodrich Krawler T/AKX is a dedicated rock-crawling tire, ideal for extreme terrain conditions and the winner of multiple rock-crawling championships. Features an ultra-aggressive deep-lug tread pattern and puncture resistant sidewalls.

Available in two sizes: molded (37X12.50R17 and 35X13.50R15) or grooveable (37X12.50R17).

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Yokohama’s Geolandar M/T+ is enhanced with new larger buttresses at the shoulders with protectors that enhance performance, durability and visual impact. New tread and block designs shed mud and dirt while improving grip and directional stability. The Geolandar M/T+ also features a new compound that has been fine-tuned to enhance wear resistance and lengthen tire life.

Available in sizes from LT265/ 75R16 to 35X12.50R15.

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Goodyear’s Wrangler MT/R provides traction and durability on a variety of off road surfaces. 3-ply sidewall construction and advanced silica compounds increase durability, while Dura Wall puncture resistance technology resists cuts and tears. An advanced mold shape and tread pattern improves element and lug stiffness while reducing irregular wear.

Available from in sizes from 235/75R15 to 40X13.50R17.