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The Grabber APT is General's On-Road All-Terrain tire initially developed for Original Equipment use on the Nissan Titan, with additional sizes for the drivers of pickup trucks, Jeeps, crossovers and sport utility vehicles looking for a balanced blend of off-road capability and on-road civility. Designed to provide confident traction in all weather conditions, most sizes of the Grabber APT meet the tire industry's severe snow service standards and are branded with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.

Utilizing a robust, cut- and chip-resistant tread compound molded into a symmetric pattern, the Grabber APT's ComfortBalance™ Technology places an absorption layer under the tread to isolate the driver from imperfections in the road. Counter-angled shoulder grooves help to dissipate sound generated in the center of the tread for a quiet ride, and the flat tread profile and optimized pattern stiffness help evenly distribute pressure across the face of the tread to combat rapid and irregular wear. Full-depth sipes in the tread blocks create biting edges for grip on slippery surfaces and the staggered circumferential grooves, traction notches and alternating shoulder scoops aid traction on loose surfaces such as dirt or snow.

Internal construction of the Grabber APT features General's DURAGEN construction to aid durability and provide a wide, flat footprint for even wear, braking performance and handling response. The two wide, ultra-high strength steel belts deliver resistance to punctures, in addition to supporting the tread for confident stability under heavy loads.

NOTE: While most of the Grabber APT On-Road All-Terrain tires meet industry severe snow service requirements and are branded with the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, some do not. Specific tires/sizes not meeting the industry's requirements are identified with a "Not Rated For Severe Snow" notation on the "Sizes" and "Specs" tabs.

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)?

Tire Rack Test Results General Grabber APT

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Tire Category: On-Road All-Terrain

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
General Grabber APT
Excellent
95%
1.9M
8.2 - Good
8.4 - Good
8.8 Dirt Traction
8.3 Sand Traction
8.1 Mud Traction
8.4 Rock Traction
8.7 - Excellent
8.7 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.7 Wet Traction
9.0 - Excellent
8.9 Corner Stability
9.2 Dry Traction
8.9 Steering Response
8.0 - Good
8.5 Light Snow Traction
8.1 Deep Snow Traction
7.5 Ice Traction
8.6 - Excellent
8.6 Ride Quality
8.5 Noise
8.6 - Excellent

Firestone Winterforce 2 Reviews

Customers think the Firestone Winterforce 2 delivers outstanding winter performance, with near-perfect scores (9-10) for snow and ice traction, plus reliable deep-snow handling. Wet traction (7-9) and dry grip (7-10) are consistently strong for winter conditions, though slightly less refined than specialized non-winter tires. Ride comfort earns praise (7-10) for smoothness, though a few note occasional road noise. Treadwear (5-10) shows mixed results, with some drivers reporting shorter lifespan in harsh conditions. As a dedicated winter tire, it excels in its core purpose-providing confidence in snow and ice-while balancing respectable wet/dry performance and comfort for seasonal use.

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353 reviews mention "Wet Traction"

  • 325 positive
  • 28 negative

Customers report strong wet traction with most scores between 8-10, highlighting confident grip in wet conditions. Winter-focused design ensures reliable performance where it matters most.

January 23, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that...

After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.

Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SOUTH BEND, IN
Driving Style: Spirited

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347 reviews mention "Winter Traction"

  • 328 positive
  • 19 negative

The Firestone Winterforce 2 delivers excellent snow and deep snow traction, with most ratings scoring 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows strong performance in intended winter conditions, though a few lower scores suggest variability on slick surfaces. Customers praise reliable grip and confident handling in snowy environments.

March 19, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
N/A out of 5 Star Rating
Not Yet Rated

Couldn't get up my inclined stone driveway if there was more than an inch of snow on the ground with the tires that came on my car. With these tires it has no issues with 6in on the driveway. Made all the difference.

Couldn't get up my inclined stone driveway if there was more than an inch of snow on the ground with the tires that came on my car. With these tires it has no issues with 6in on the driveway. Made all the difference.

Vehicle: 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: LA FAYETTE, NY
Driving Style: Average

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February 05, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

These studded snow tires have been working as expected. Perfect for snow and the studs made ice traction easily manageable.

These studded snow tires have been working as expected. Perfect for snow and the studs made ice traction easily manageable.

Vehicle: 2019 Subaru Impreza 5-Door 2.0i Premium
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: ENFIELD, CT
Driving Style: Easy Going

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February 22, 2026
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4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...Snow performance terrific!

Great value. Snow performance terrific!

Vehicle: 2004 Chrysler Sebring LX Sedan
Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HADDAM, CT
Driving Style: Average

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371 reviews mention "Dry Traction"

  • 338 positive
  • 33 negative

Customers rate dry traction highly, with most scores 9-10. The Winterforce 2 delivers reliable grip and responsive handling in dry conditions, complementing its winter-focused design. High scores highlight strong dry performance even as a specialized winter tire.

December 15, 2019
5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Dry traction is great, the tires are also very quiet and produce no noise from what I can (can't) hear...

I've only had these tires about 400 miles, but in that short amount of time, I've been thoroughly impressed.

I live in Buffalo, NY, and these tires have dealt with an ice storm, and two lake effect snow storms that produced well over 12" of snow during each storm. This is still early in the winter, so there's plenty more to come over the next few months.

Ice traction is incredible. I had to drive nearly 3 miles on an inch of ice. My truck is RWD, and the tires helped me get down that stretch of road with ZERO issues. I passed 4 vehicles that were in the ditch as a result of the ice (should've had some Winterforces on their cars).

Deep snow traction is great. 6-12" of heavy packed snow was no match for the tires. Heavy rain on the highway resulted in no hydroplaning whatsoever.

Grip is phenomenal while turning on icy, snowy, and rainy roads. Dry traction is great, the tires are also very quiet and produce no noise from what I can (can't) hear. I have a few friends who have these tires on their cars, one is a Subaru Legacy, the other a Chevy SUV. Both of those friends are also huge fans of these tires, one of them even has a studded set.

Vehicle: 2007 Isuzu I-290 Extended Cab
Miles Driven on Tires: 400
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: BUFFALO, NY
Driving Style: Average

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379 reviews mention "Ride Quality"

  • 332 positive
  • 47 negative

Most customers rate ride comfort and noise levels highly, with scores of 9-10 dominating. Winter driving comfort receives strong praise, though a few note occasional stiffness in extreme cold.

January 05, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5 Star Rating
4.2 out of 5

...Even being a low profile tire, there is very little snow tire noise and the ride is still comfortable...

Bought because of the deep tread pattern. Even being a low profile tire, there is very little snow tire noise and the ride is still comfortable. They performed as designed in 4" of snow with no straight or cornering issues. The tires dug in and had no problem traveling at regular speeds.

Vehicle: 2015 Cadillac ATS Sedan 2.0L Turbo AWD Luxury
Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: NAUGATUCK, CT
Driving Style: Average

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January 23, 2026
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4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire...

After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.

Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SOUTH BEND, IN
Driving Style: Spirited

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270 reviews mention "Treadwear"

  • 235 positive
  • 35 negative

The Firestone Winterforce 2 earns excellent treadwear ratings, with most scores 9-10 praising its long-lasting winter durability. A few lower scores exist, but high marks highlight reliable performance in harsh conditions, ideal for winter traction needs.

January 23, 2026
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5 Star Rating
4.4 out of 5

...These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.

After one year, I've gotten to put these tires to the test through about everything. The road noise is noticeable but very quiet for a snow tire. The only complaint I have at all is that these are hilariously easy to spin in warm, wet conditions, but they're not really meant for that. I very often fly down gravel roads as fast as reasonably possible. These tires, regardless whether there was snow on top of the gravel and without respect to how much snow,absolutely exceeded my expectations. I've gotten stuck working rallies in rural Michigan with Goodyears, but I've never had a moment of doubt with these. I've also ran them year round as I primarily ride a motorcycle in the summer. These tires haven't worn or cracked any noticable amount after ~5k summer miles.

Vehicle: 2012 Mazda Mazda3 4-Door i Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 13,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SOUTH BEND, IN
Driving Style: Spirited

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