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BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3
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The Mud-Terrain T/AKM3 is BFGoodrich's Off-Road Maximum Traction tire, a category often referred to as mud tires, designed for the drivers of Jeeps, pickup trucks, full-size SUVs and dedicated off-road vehicles who want a tire that incorporates a long heritage of championship-winning technology in a street tire. Designed to overcome any obstacle that may get in the way and developed with toughness and traction at the forefront, the Mud-Terrain T/AKM3 also focuses on providing acceptable levels of on-road noise and comfort.

The Krawl-Tek Compound of the Mud-Terrain T/AKM3 is designed to enhance grip on rock and slick surfaces and is molded into the symmetric, Terrain-Attack tread design. The large tread blocks provide a stable foundation in loose or rocky conditions and are oriented to provide biting edges in all directions for traction regardless of the angle of approach. The design of the Traction-Armor Sidewall Sculpture protects the tire off-road by helping prevent hazards from snagging and splitting the sidewall, while the notched shoulder design improves traction in dirt and mud. Stone bumpers in the tread grooves eject small rocks to prevent damage from drilling, and the mud-phobic bars in the shoulders help the tire self-clean to maintain traction in mud or soft soil. Wide grooves and lateral notches aid in hydroplaning resistance, and the independent tread blocks create biting edges for traction in wet or snowy conditions.

The construction of the Mud-Terrain T/AKM3 is focused on toughness and durability, inside and out. Thick sidewall rubber and extended shoulder rubber provide resistance to splits, punctures and bruising, and the internal construction features a robust, three-ply polyester casing to further enhance puncture resistance. A single, nylon cap ply provides reinforcement, and two high-strength steel belts stabilize the tread.

While Off-Road Maximum Traction tires are branded with the M+S symbol and able to churn through deep snow, their typical oversize applications and the absence of snow-biting sipes in their large smooth lugs can challenge their on-road wintertime traction on packed snow and icy surfaces.

Tire Rack Test Results BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3

Testing Off-Road Maximum Traction Tires 2021: BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 (2:12)

The BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 taps into its long heritage of competition-winning engineering, ready to go head-to-head against a capable group of competitors.

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Ratings Charts & Reviews BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3

Tire Category: Off-Road Maximum Traction

Consumer Surveys

 
Best in Category
Miles Reported
Recommended
Treadwear
BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3
Good
97%
1.7M
8.6 - Excellent
9.4 - Excellent
9.6 Dirt Traction
9.0 Sand Traction
9.7 Mud Traction
9.3 Rock Traction
8.3 - Good
8.4 Hydroplaning Resistance
8.3 Wet Traction
8.9 - Excellent
8.7 Corner Stability
9.1 Dry Traction
8.9 Steering Response
8.1 - Good
8.5 Light Snow Traction
8.8 Deep Snow Traction
7.1 Ice Traction
8.0 - Good
8.3 Ride Quality
7.6 Noise
8.3 - Good

Customers Say

Ratings highlight excellence across all key categories for this Grand Touring All-Season tire. Comfort earns praise for a smooth ride, though some note occasional road noise. Treadwear scores consistently strong, with many users reporting impressive longevity. Winter traction shines in snow and slush, though a few report mixed results on icy surfaces. Wet grip and hydroplaning resistance earn near-perfect marks, with scores clustering at 9-10. Dry traction stands out as a top strength, with nearly unanimous 9-10 ratings for responsive handling and stability. The balanced performance makes it a reliable year-round choice, aligning well with its all-season design priorities.

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931 customers mention "Wet Traction"

  • 909 positive
  • 22 negative

Most customers rate the CrossClimate2's wet traction as excellent, with scores of 9s and 10s dominating. High marks highlight confident grip and strong hydroplaning resistance, making it a top choice for all-season wet weather performance.

January 02, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...The tire has response like a summer tire, traction like an all season in the rain and tractions like a snow tire in the winter...

Amazing tire. Probably the best I’ve ever had on a vehicle. I needed something with a snow rating and there were perfect for Virginia snows of 4-6 inches in the road. I didn’t get a chance to try anything deeper yet.

The grip for the summer is amazing as well. I really feel like Michelin hit the nail on the head with this tire. I strongly believe that you want the right tire for the right condition and with the Cross Climate 2 you really get the best of those conditions. The tire has response like a summer tire, traction like an all season in the rain and tractions like a snow tire in the winter. Which reminds me as well, the tire is softer than the stock tires on any of the rav4s that were out for the 2024 season.

I recommend this tire to anyone who can afford them, you can not go wrong AND you are making the best selection for 99.9 percent your driving experiences.

Vehicle: 2024 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Woodland Edition
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: HARRISONBURG, VA
Driving Style: Spirited
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September 08, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

Great wet traction... It's worth it for the confidence in wet traction.

Great tires compared to my last set of a different well known brand. Great wet traction. There is a little bit more noise than my previous tires and I believe I get a little worse gas mileage according to my gauge but it’s pretty negligible overall. It’s worth it for the confidence in wet traction.

Vehicle: 2017 Toyota Camry 4cyl SE
Miles Driven on Tires: 20,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: KETTERING, OH
Driving Style: Spirited
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653 customers mention "Winter Traction"

  • 634 positive
  • 19 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate the CrossClimate2's winter traction as excellent, with most scoring 9s and 10s in snow and deep snow. Ice traction sees slightly lower scores (7-10 range), but drivers consistently praise confident grip in harsh winter conditions.

October 20, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Incredible winter traction and treadwear.

Excellent True all season tire. Incredible winter traction and treadwear.

Vehicle: 2019 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly City
Location: CALEDONIA, MI
Driving Style: Easy Going
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February 02, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...It's now February and after 4 weeks of constant snow, sleet and ice I can confidently write this review claiming these may be the best tires offered for any car period... But this winter with these tires, I did not slip, slide or have any issues coming to a stop like I have with past tires. I tried several times to get 'spirited' in an empty icy parking lot and THEY WOULD NOT BREAK TRACTION...

These are single handedly the best tires I have ever purchased, ever. I was hesitant at first to buy such “premium” or “expensive” tires but they are well worth the extra money. I have 10,000 miles on them, as well as almost a full year, a spring, summer, fall and particularly grueling winter and so far you cannot tell that the tread has worn even a little bit. Where I live, throughout the year we get highs of 100 in the summer, and in winter we get below zero with 12+ inches of snowfall. It’s now February and after 4 weeks of constant snow, sleet and ice I can confidently write this review claiming these may be the best tires offered for any car period. The accord crosstour, while not having a world famous 4WD system will always do “okay” in snowy conditions. But this winter with these tires, I did not slip, slide or have any issues coming to a stop like I have with past tires. I tried several times to get “spirited” in an empty icy parking lot and THEY WOULD NOT BREAK TRACTION. It actually felt like I was cheating having these tires on. Not to mention the summer performance of these tires is phenomenal. There’s minimum road noise and you have a sense of “grounded” that, at least for me, I have never felt before. I have NOT hydroplaned once in these tires even when I definitely should have. I cannot rate these highly enough. I cannot recommend these tires enough. Go ahead and spend the extra $300. What you lose in money will be far compensated by the safety, reliability, stability, capability, and dependability of these tires.

Vehicle: 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour EX-L
Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway
Location: FLEETWOOD, NC
Driving Style: Average
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December 06, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.9 out of 5 Star Rating
4.9 out of 5

...Drove ~ 2 hours through a mix of snow/sleet and eventually rain through central PA in early morning. Roads had not been cleared or well cared for. Tires performed well...

Posting this after only a couple hundred miles, so take the review FWIW. Found out my previous tires needed replacement after driving in wet conditions and hydroplaning even at relatively low speeds. Of course, this happened on Thanksgiving day. Once we got to our destination, I hopped onto TireRack.com and started researching. Found these were highly rated for wet conditions and placed an order. Got them installed a couple days later. Had to drive ~ 120 miles for a quick visit to family. Ride out was excellent in dry conditions. Ride home was more challenging. Drove ~ 2 hours through a mix of snow/sleet and eventually rain through central PA in early morning. Roads had not been cleared or well cared for. Tires performed well. Seem fine around town as well. So far, so good!

Vehicle: 2018 Honda Accord 1.5T EX, 225/50-17
Miles Driven on Tires: 350
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: ELLICOTT CITY, MD
Driving Style: Average
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981 customers mention "Dry Traction"

  • 970 positive
  • 11 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate dry traction as excellent, with most scores 9-10. Responsive handling and reliable grip in dry conditions make it ideal for Grand Touring.

January 11, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...Dry traction over the OEM has much more grip.

Michelin Cross Climate 2 tires replaced the OE Falken Wildpeak H/T’s. The Wildpeak H/T’s were barely 24,000 miles but severely worn. The directional tread pattern of the Michelin tires complements the Trailhawk SUV with some style while at the same time does not look like a generic street tire. Cross Climate 2’s benefits were immediately noticeable.

Dry traction over the OEM has much more grip. I have not noticed a change in fuel economy. I still average 30-32 MPG on highway trips to and from work. There is no noticeable tire noise or droning in town or on the highway. The Cross Climate 2 tracks better on the road than the old Wildpeak H/T tires.

After driving in 11 inches of snow, I am impressed with the tires and how the Compass Trailhawk handles the snowpack, deep snow and slick spots. In 4x4 mode with 8-11 inches of snow in the area, the tires are fully capable of safely traveling at a reasonable pace.

I have driven many tire brands over 46 years and have always had good results from Michelin tires. I would recommend the Cross Climate 2’s for anyone who wants one tire capable of handling all four seasons and who does not plan to purchase a dedicated winter/snow tire for winter months.

Vehicle: 2023 Jeep Compass 4X4 Trailhawk
Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: COUNTRYSIDE, KS
Driving Style: Average
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November 21, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.3 out of 5 Star Rating
4.3 out of 5

...great for launching, great for stopping on dry traction...

I have used these tires in Toyota Corolla and went through light ice and rain no problem. I sized up on my 2022 Miata MX5 they are very responsive and way better than the factory tires. great tires at launching, great for stopping on dry traction. There is a bit of road noise. Too new to fully rate with just under 10K in mileage.

Vehicle: 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata RF Club
Miles Driven on Tires: 9,867
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Driving Style: Spirited
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974 customers mention "Ride Quality"

  • 931 positive
  • 43 negative

Customers praise the CrossClimate2's comfort, with most scoring ride quality and noise levels 9-10. Even 7-8 scores indicate strong performance for Grand Touring All-Season use, ensuring a smooth, quiet drive.

December 11, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.7 out of 5 Star Rating
4.7 out of 5

These are the best tires I've used so far for the Tesla, especially for ride comfort.

These are the best tires I’ve used so far for the Tesla, especially for ride comfort.

Vehicle: 2018 Tesla Model 3 AWD 235/40-19
Miles Driven on Tires: 350
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: DURHAM, NC
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 28, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4 out of 5 Star Rating
4 out of 5

...Very plush and quiet ride, not sporty.

For the wife’s daily, where she drives a bunch for work often in rain, these tires are great.

Currently have just over 30,000 miles on this set and they look like they’re only 30-40% worn.

Very plush and quiet ride, not sporty.

Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL350 BlueTEC
Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: SAN RAFAEL, CA
Driving Style: Average
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January 03, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

5 out of 5 Star Rating
5 out of 5

...The tires offer smooth handling...

This is my second purchase of this particular model. The tires offer smooth handling and long tread life.

Vehicle: 2020 Ford Escape AWD Hybrid SE Sport
Miles Driven on Tires: 3,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: HURRICANE, WV
Driving Style: Average
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701 customers mention "Treadwear"

  • 674 positive
  • 27 negative

Customers overwhelmingly rate the CrossClimate2's treadwear with 9s and 10s, highlighting excellent tread life in all-season use. A few scores of 7-8 still reflect solid performance, reinforcing its reputation for long-lasting reliability.

December 04, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.5 out of 5 Star Rating
4.5 out of 5

...Hopefully they will last a lot longer than the 24000 or so that the Pirellis lasted...

I downsized from BMW 19" staggered wheels to a square 18" package assembled by Tire Rack. I was concerned about noise, but the CC2 tires are no noisier than the Pirelli Zero all seasons they replaced. This is an electric vehicle, and the silence is a wonderful feature. Hopefully they will last a lot longer than the 24000 or so that the Pirellis lasted. Mainly, hoping they have better wet and snow traction. Too soon to tell. For daily driving, there is very little difference in the handling. It suggests to me that BMW should offer more wheel and tire options to buyers. Kudos to the Tire rack staff in guiding me on this purchase.

Vehicle: 2022 BMW i4 M50
Miles Driven on Tires: 500
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: OAKLAND, NJ
Driving Style: Spirited
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December 03, 2024 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

...I got 68,000 miles and it still provided good traction in the wet even when it was worn down and needed replacement!...

Far the best tires I’ve ever purchased ever! I’ll be putting these on every single vehicle going forward, I got 68,000 miles and it still provided good traction in the wet even when it was worn down and needed replacement! Michelin tires for life!

Vehicle: 2015 Hyundai Azera Base
Miles Driven on Tires: 68,000
Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway
Location: PLYMOUTH MEETING, PA
Driving Style: Average
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February 28, 2025 (Verified Purchase)

4.8 out of 5 Star Rating
4.8 out of 5

I enjoy the ride of these tires. They're super quiet on the road and work great in all weather conditions...

I enjoy the ride of these tires. They're super quiet on the road and work great in all weather conditions. I would still use my studded tires for extreme snow, but these Michelin tires work good enough to go out in normal snow.

Vehicle: 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0i
Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000
Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City
Location: EAST GREENBUSH, NY
Driving Style: Easy Going
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Experience the BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 (01:05)

The Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 is BFGoodrich's Off-Road Maximum Traction tire, commonly known as a mud tire. It is designed for drivers of Jeeps, pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, and dedicated off-road vehicles who seek a tire that can tackle the most aggressive off-road scenarios.

Testing Off-Road Maximum Traction Tires 2021: BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 (2:12)

The BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 taps into its long heritage of competition-winning engineering, ready to go head-to-head against a capable group of competitors.

Read the Full Test Report

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