The Open Country A/T III is Toyo's Off-Road All-Terrain tire developed for drivers of pickup trucks, Jeeps, crossovers and SUVs who want capable off-road traction combined with responsive and predictable on-road handling. The Open Country A/T3 is designed to get you there and get back home, focusing on wet performance and wintertime traction sufficient to earn the tire industry's severe snow service certification and three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.
A specialized, all-season, cut-and-chip resistant tread compound is molded into the Open Country AT3's symmetric tread pattern, utilizing an evenly distributed void area design. The pattern is engineered to enhance off-road traction and increase block rigidity for better dry handling and stability, while still incorporating comfortable and quiet on-road operation. The wet traction-focused compound of the Open Country A/T III, along with 3D Multi-Wave Sipes, increase wet traction and stability. Generous lateral grooves increase hydroplaning resistance while also bolstering traction in snowy conditions, and help the tire earn the 3PMSF symbol.
The Toyo Open Country AT3 offers two distinct sidewall designs built into all sizes, allowing for a subtle customization of the vehicle's look. One side features wraparound shoulder elements with a solid design. The opposite side, and sidewalls with outlined white letters, feature a similar block design but with the elements visually broken up by accent lines splitting the block area.
The internal construction of the Open Country AT3 utilizes a durable, two-ply polyester casing, providing a robust foundation for twin, high-strength steel belts. A single, nylon reinforcement ply is added for further durability and increased high-speed capability.
Note: While non-winter tires featuring the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol may provide additional longitudinal snow traction beyond what all-season (M+S) tires not bearing the symbol can deliver, they do not match the capability of a true winter tire in all adverse weather conditions.
Related Information: What is the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol (3PMSF)? | Drive an EV? Check out the EV-specific A/T III
The Tacoma is back for a new group of 9 all-terrain tires to be put to the test: four Off-Road All-Terrains, four Rugged All-Terrains, and a lone On-Road All-Terrain. The focus of this test is living with all-terrain tires on paved surfaces, day in and day out. How much will comfort, noise, handling, and safety vary across such a diverse grouping of brands and categories, and where will this group of customer favorites and newcomers fit in when ranked against last year’s bunch? Watch now to find out!
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(795)Tire Category: Off-Road All-Terrain
| Best in Category |
| Miles Reported |
| Recommended |
| Treadwear |
Toyo Open Country A/T III
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| 97% |
| 7.9M |
| 8.6 - Excellent |
| 8.9 - Excellent |
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| 8.8 - Excellent |
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| 9.2 - Excellent |
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| 8.7 - Excellent |
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| 8.6 - Excellent |
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| 8.7 - Excellent |
Ratings show mixed results for this all-season touring tire. Dry traction receives positive feedback, with many scores in the 7-8 range, though some report inconsistent grip. Treadwear raises notable concerns, with frequent 0-3 scores suggesting premature wear. Comfort also underperforms, with noise and ride harshness frequently criticized. Winter traction struggles in snow and ice, with many ratings below 5. Wet traction shows variability, with hydroplaning resistance often scoring 4-6. While the tire handles basic dry conditions adequately, its weaknesses in durability, comfort, and seasonal versatility make it less compelling for drivers prioritizing year-round reliability in a touring all-season tire.
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The Tacoma is back for a new group of 9 all-terrain tires to be put to the test: four Off-Road All-Terrains, four Rugged All-Terrains, and a lone On-Road All-Terrain. The focus of this test is living with all-terrain tires on paved surfaces, day in and day out. How much will comfort, noise, handling, and safety vary across such a diverse grouping of brands and categories, and where will this group of customer favorites and newcomers fit in when ranked against last year’s bunch? Watch now to find out!
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The Toyo Open Country A/T III is no stranger to the limelight as it comes from a long line of highly successful tires. It was developed for the drivers of pickup trucks, Jeeps, crossovers and SUVs who want capable off-road traction combined with responsive on-road handling. It also meets the tire industry’s severe snow service standards for its winter performance.
The Open Country A/T III comes from a long line of highly successful tires, and in this test, we used it as a benchmark for the newcomer, along with one of the top entries in the category.
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Toyo’s Open Country A/T III is new and untested in Off-Road All-Terrain, so we decided to compare it to the leaders in the category to find out what it has to offer drivers.
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