The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs, pick-ups, and commercial vans. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet and even light snow.
Defender LTX M/S2 tires feature the Michelin Evertread 2.0 compound, an evolution of the DNA found in the prior Defender LTX M/S, specifically formulated to resist abrasion under high load and high torque. The compound is molded into an all-new symmetric tread design; patterned into a series of closely spaced independent blocks, this layout affords additional depth and rigidity compared to its predecessor. This design, combined with high-density 3D SipeLock technology, allows the Defender LTX M/S2 to maintain block cohesion in dry conditions, while still offering the biting edges necessary for all-season traction. Four circumferential grooves and open shoulder slots handle water evacuation from the contact patch for strong wet braking and traction.
The internal construction of the Defender LTX M/S2 includes a twin polyester body casing for stable, crisp steering response and two steel belts providing reliability at highway speeds with the strength necessary to handle heavy loads. A reinforcing polyamide cap ply further enhances performance and stability at high speeds.
El neumático Defender LTX M/S2 de Michelin pertenece a la categoría: Autopista Para Toda Estación y fue desarrollado para combinar capacidades de toda estación, con un ciclo de vida extendido de la huella, al ser utilizado en vehículos deportivos utilitarios (SUV, por sus siglas en inglés), picops y furgonetas comerciales. El Defender LX M/S2 repite el legado exitoso al proporcionar un andar parejo y tranquilo, al mismo tiempo de ofrecer tracción durante todo el año en condiciones secas, mojadas y con poca nieve.
Los neumáticos Defender LTX M/S2 poseen el compuesto de caucho Evertread 2.0 de Michelin, una evolución del ADN encontrado en el modelo antecesor el Defender LTX M/S, especialmente formulado para resistir abrasión sobre cargas pesadas y torsión alta. Este compuesto, es moldeado en un diseño asimétrico nuevo de la huella, modelado en una serie de bloques independientes estrechamente espaciados, este diseño ofrece profundidad y rigidez adicional, comparado a su predecesor. El diseño, combinado con la tecnología tridimensional "3D SipeLock", la cual cuenta con gran cantidad de pequeñas ranuras, permite que el Defender LTX M/S2, mantenga la cohesión de los bloques en condiciones secas, al mismo tiempo de mantener los bordes adherentes necesarios para proporcionar tracción durante todas las estaciones del año. Cuatro canales circunferenciales y ranuras abiertas en los hombros evacuan el agua del área de contacto con la carretera, lo cual, proporciona un frenado fuerte y tracción sobre superficies mojadas.
La construcción interna del Defender LTX M/S2 incluye una estructura gemela de poliéster que proporciona una respuesta estable y firme al girar el volante, dos correas de acero ofrecen, confiabilidad al rodar a velocidades encontradas en las autopistas y la fortaleza necesaria para manejar cargas pesadas. Una capa de refuerzo de poliamida aumenta, aún más, el rendimiento y la estabilidad a velocidades altas.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 05/01/23 (1 of 2)
Treadwear:6 Years / 75,000 Miles (H- & T-Speed Rated) 6 Years / 50,000 Miles (S-Speed Rated) Half mileage for rear if different size than front
Manufacturer Special Warranty:60-day satisfaction (1), 3-yr roadside assistance
Additional Information:(1) Up to 6 per customer, exchange for any brand.
Notes
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update (24.17)
In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!
Ratings highlight excellence across all categories for this highway all-season tire. Treadwear receives strong praise with many 9-10 scores, suggesting long-lasting performance. Comfort stands out with smooth ride quality and low noise, consistently scoring 8-10. Winter traction impresses in snow (8-10 range), though a few note reduced confidence on ice (scores as low as 6). Wet traction shines with near-perfect hydroplaning resistance (9-10) and reliable grip. Dry traction earns universal acclaim (9-10) for precise handling and stability. Customers overwhelmingly report satisfaction, with many emphasizing balanced performance for year-round driving. While most categories show exceptional results, occasional lower winter ice scores suggest prioritizing dedicated winter tires for severe ice conditions.
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Most customers rate the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2's wet traction as excellent, with scores of 9-10. High marks highlight confident wet braking and hydroplaning resistance, aligning with its all-season capabilities.
April 22, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.1 out of 5
...They handle very well in rainy - wet road conditions, the heavy front end diesel truck corners well on wet roads, even at high speeds. It takes a 2 - 3" deep puddle at 75 mph or faster to even get a little hydroplaning.
This is my second set of these and once again on my way to 60,000 miles treadwear. They handle very well in rainy - wet road conditions, the heavy front end diesel truck corners well on wet roads, even at high speeds. It takes a 2 - 3" deep puddle at 75 mph or faster to even get a little hydroplaning.
Vehicle: 2015 Ford F350 4WD Single Rear Wheel 275/70-18 OE Miles Driven on Tires: 23,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: SANDY, UT Driving Style: Spirited
...The performance in snow and rain is incredible...
Stop looking, you found the tire you’ve been looking for! Our Expedition had Hancock Dynapro AT from factory. These tires are a night and day difference from them. The performance in snow and rain is incredible. The road noise is minimal. The comfort is great. Tread wear seems to be great so far. We are super happy and will probably be putting these on our truck when we need new tires, even though I’m happy with the ones we have on it. Buy ‘em, you’ll be happy you did!
Vehicle: 2020 Ford Expedition Max 4WD 275/55-20 Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: DE PERE, WI Driving Style: Average
...Both wet and dry, strait or in a curve. These tires gave me the confidence, comfort and reaction that exceeded expectations.
From the moment I pulled on to the street, I noticed a HUGE difference in handling. It was amazing. Both wet and dry, strait or in a curve. These tires gave me the confidence, comfort and reaction that exceeded expectations.
Vehicle: 2021 Ford F150 4WD SuperCrew 275/60-20 or 275/50-22 Miles Driven on Tires: 2,500 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WALKERTON, IN Driving Style: Spirited
Winter traction excels in snow and deep snow with most customers scoring 9s and 10s. Ice performance shows solid reliability with scores between 7-8, though a few note challenges on extreme ice.
January 02, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4.6 out of 5
...That being said, the MS2 did great on ice, great on packed snow, and great in snow up to approximately 4" deep... they match the LTX MS in dirt traction and match the LTX MS in icy/packed snow.
I definitely prefer the LTS MS over the Defender LTX MS2. That being said, the MS2 did great on ice, packed snow, and snow up to approximately 4" deep. They are noticeably louder than the LTX MS, and do not perform as well in terms of hydroplaning resistance. That being said, they match the LTX MS in dirt traction and icy/packed snow.
Vehicle: 2017 Chevrolet Colorado 4WD Crew Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 4,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: DENVER, CO Driving Style: Average
...Very responsive and quiet tire that's unbelievable when it comes to driving in the snow and rain! Perfect tire for a large SUV dealing with New England winters!
Love these on my Escalade! Very responsive and quiet tire that's unbelievable when it comes to driving in the snow and rain! Perfect tire for a large SUV dealing with New England winters!
Vehicle: 2014 Cadillac Escalade AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 5,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HUDSON, NH Driving Style: Average
...We live in the upper peninsula of Michigan and drive in snow for almost 6 months of the year. I can't say enough good about these tires.
I purchased these tires when the original tires were replaced. We have put 100,000 miles on them,and they were excellent in the snow. We live in the upper peninsula of Michigan and drive in snow for almost 6 months of the year. I can't say enough good about these tires.
Vehicle: 2017 Volvo XC90 T6 AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 100,000 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: LANSE, MI Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate dry traction as excellent, with scores of 9-10. High marks highlight confident grip and responsive handling, making the Defender LTX M/S2 a top choice for highway driving.
January 15, 2025(Verified Purchase)
5 out of 5
Perfect. Better than OEM. WAY better than comparable Bridgestone.
Perfect. Better than OEM. WAY better than comparable Bridgestone.
Vehicle: 2021 Toyota 4Runner Limited Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: GALENA, MO Driving Style: Average
...Dry grip is excellent. I have never broken the tire loose on dry pavement no matter how hard I pushed it. To drive any faster in a heavy Range Rover you would look like an idiot...
I just put these on my 04 Range Rover. Unfortunately Michelin stopped making the 255/60/19 size in this tire. So I had to go with the larger 255/65/19. The old Defender LTX M/S was a great tire. Two things I didn't like....The Sidwall was softer or built differently so the tire would look flat because it would bulge slightly. The tire still handled great and it wasn't mushy in a turn. The other issue was tread life. I drive faster than average but I definitely didn't get anywhere close to 70K. On to the new model....first off this tire is XL rated so no more belly in the tire. The sidewall is firmer and the tire has a better stance. You only notice it on choppy pavement...not bad just a trade off that I will take. The load range is higher too. I noticed the quicker steering immediately. Very nice...Turn in is a touch sharper but the other tire was really good to but this one is better. Both tires are super quiet. I would say this is as good or even a hair better. It has a really nice tone at speed. I took the tires up to the Snoqualmie Pass out of Seattle. Wet, Snowy, Ice in patches. My Rover has a decent 4X4 System so my experience maybe slightly different to you. I found the tires excellent!!! Even more confidence in the rain on crappy pavement traveling 65 to 85 mph. Not a slip, drift, movement just pure confidence. Deep snow, slush again excellent exceeding my expectations. Snow is like sand...Big knobby tires only allow you to push a little more snow. They ---- in the rain and they are noisy. I wouldn't look for a more aggressive tire unless I was the 75% of the time. I've taken the old model off road, gravel, mountain roads, logging roads, mud. This tire will be great in all but extreme traction scenarios. Dry grip is excellent. I have never broken the tire loose on dry pavement no matter how hard I pushed it. To drive any faster in a heavy Range Rover you would look like an idiot. So buy with confidence. If you can give me a better tire I would buy it!
Vehicle: 2004 Land Rover Range Rover HSE Standard Model Miles Driven on Tires: 200 Driving Conditions: Combined Off Road/Highway Location: SHORELINE, WA Driving Style: Spirited
...They are very smooth, unbelievably quiet, and handle very respectably. The XL rating firms up the sidewall, which makes for nice responsive steering feel and overall stability. They feel like a sporty tire...
I am really happy with these tires. They are very smooth, unbelievably quiet, and handle very respectably. The XL rating firms up the sidewall a tad, which makes for nice responsive steering feel and overall stability. They feel like a sporty tire. They are maybe a tiny bit more stiff than your average tire in the same 265/70R16 size, but I wouldn’t say they are actually harsh or stiff at all. Definitely not uncomfortable.
Traction has been good in all conditions. Aside from tame looks when comparing them to an all terrain, they have been a great choice for my truck, and I am very happy with them.
Vehicle: 2021 Toyota Tacoma 4WD Double Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 1,500 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: PLANO, TX Driving Style: Spirited
Customers consistently praise the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2's comfort, with most scoring 9s and 10s for smooth ride and reduced noise, highlighting its excellent highway refinement.
June 23, 2025(Verified Purchase)
4 out of 5
These tires are a big improvement over the cooper at I first purchased wet traction and ride comfort is much better with the Michelin tires
These tires are a big improvement over the cooper at I first purchased wet traction and ride comfort is much better with the Michelin tires
Vehicle: 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali 4WD Miles Driven on Tires: 9,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: WESTVILLE, NJ Driving Style: Average
...I simply wanted a quiet and comfortable ride. These tires nailed it...
Buying experience with the tire rack was outstanding. Would definitely use this as my first option on future purchases. I pull an 11,000 pound travel trailer with my rake. These tires have been outstanding. Granted, I don't have experience with off-road or ice/snow traction. I simply wanted a quiet and comfortable ride. These tires nailed it. Again, buying experience with the tire rack was outstanding.
Vehicle: 2011 RAM 3500 4wd Crew Cab Miles Driven on Tires: 600 Driving Conditions: All Highway Location: WARREN, OR Driving Style: Easy Going
Customers overwhelmingly praise the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2's tread life, with most ratings being 9s and 10s. The high scores highlight excellent long-lasting performance, especially for highway driving. While a few scores dip to 7s and 8s, the majority confirm this tire delivers exceptional treadwear in its all-season category.
November 05, 2023(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
I have had these tires on my truck for 87000 miles now. They are still in good shape...
I have had these tires on my truck for 87000 miles now. They are still in good shape. I drive an F150 with almost 1500 lbs in the back since I got these tires. Regular tire rotations and balancing will keep these tires in excellent shape. I'm going to purchase these tires again within the next 30 days and will put these on all the trucks in my fleet
Vehicle: 2014 Ford F150 2WD SuperCrew Miles Driven on Tires: 87,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SCOTTSBURG, IN Driving Style: Average
This tire has been holding up much better and tread wear has been solid. 3/32 of wear over 25k.
This tire is one size larger/wider than factory specs, but I was so disappointed with the standard tires wear. This tire has been holding up much better and tread wear has been solid. 3/32 of wear over 25k.
Vehicle: 2019 Land Rover Discovery Miles Driven on Tires: 25,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MARS, PA Driving Style: Spirited
...The first two sets lasted 70000 and 62000 miles respectively...
This is my third set of Michelin defender tires. The first two sets lasted 70000 and 62000 miles respectively. They are quiet and give a nice ride. I was also pleased by A-tech auto- who took delivery and installed the tires.
Highway All-Season: The Quietest, Most Comfortable Truck Tires - 2024 Test 7 With Winter Update (24.17)
In our seventh tire test of the year, we took nine Highway All-Season tires to the street, test track, and into wintery conditions to see how they stacked up. The Highway All-Season category is a staple for trucks and large SUVs, combining the weight load limits needed with touring tire manners. If your driving experience keeps to paved and packed gravel surfaces, the Highway All-Season category is for you!
The Defender LTX M/S2 is Michelin's Highway All-Season tire developed to combine all-season capabilities with extended tread life for SUVs and pick-ups. The Defender LTX M/S2 iterates on a successful legacy to bring a smooth, quiet ride with year-round traction in dry, wet, and even light snow.
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