The Trail-Terrain T/A is BFGoodrich's On-Road All-Terrain tire developed for drivers of crossovers and SUVs, Jeeps and pickup trucks who want a tire that is comfortable and capable on-road, but is also adventure-ready when they need it. Engineered to provide traction in dry, wet and loose surface conditions, the Trail-Terrain T/A features light snow traction sufficient to earn the tire industry's severe snow service certification and three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol.
The advanced all-season tread compound is engineered to resist chipping and tearing for occasional gravel and off-road use as well as provide dry, wet and wintry condition performance on-road. An optimized footprint helps distribute contact patch pressure to promote even tread wear and features closed shoulder elements to minimize airborne noise. The capable tread pattern features aggressive biting edges and generous void space on the inboard elements for powerful traction in loose surfaces and efficient hydroplaning resistance. Full-depth 3D sipes generate traction in slippery conditions like on wet and icy roads and help produce light snow traction that meets the tire industry's severe snow service requirements.
Internal Construction of the Trail-Terrain T/A consists of a robust, two-ply polyester casing engineered to provide comfort and reliability while maintaining a higher level of durability for occasional off-road use. Twin steel belts are wrapped with a single, nylon reinforcement ply to form a strong foundation with high-speed capabilities.
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)?
The Crossover, or CUV, is hands-down the most popular vehicle in America. Last year in our CUV test, we used the Alfa Romeo Stelvio to test all-season and all-weather touring tires. This year, the field expanded to include all-terrain and performance truck products, representing the full range of tires drivers are installing on these vehicles. Obviously, with a test this diverse, it’s not so much about which one tire rises to the top, but rather how each category brings its own strengths to the table. When comparing multiple tires from one category, it's how they stack up against each other. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy Test 8!
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(473)Tire Category: On-Road All-Terrain
| Best in Category |
| Miles Reported |
| Recommended |
| Treadwear |
BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A
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| 96% |
| 4M |
| 8.5 - Good |
| 8.5 - Good |
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| 8.6 - Excellent |
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| 9.1 - Excellent |
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| 8.3 - Good |
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| 8.7 - Excellent |
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| 8.9 - Excellent |
Feedback patterns show the Michelin Defender LTX M/S excels in treadwear, with many ratings in the 9-10 range highlighting long-lasting performance. Comfort receives strong praise for a smooth, quiet ride, supported by consistent 8-10 scores for reduced noise and vibration. Winter traction earns positive marks in snow and slush, though ice traction shows occasional 7-8 scores, reflecting typical all-season limitations. Wet traction stands out with near-perfect hydroplaning resistance and grip, scoring 9-10 across most ratings. Dry traction delivers confident handling and stability, with nearly universal 9-10 scores for responsive steering and cornering. Drivers report high satisfaction across all categories, aligning well with its highway-focused all-season design.
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The Crossover, or CUV, is hands-down the most popular vehicle in America. Last year in our CUV test, we used the Alfa Romeo Stelvio to test all-season and all-weather touring tires. This year, the field expanded to include all-terrain and performance truck products, representing the full range of tires drivers are installing on these vehicles. Obviously, with a test this diverse, it’s not so much about which one tire rises to the top, but rather how each category brings its own strengths to the table. When comparing multiple tires from one category, it's how they stack up against each other. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy Test 8!
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The Trail-Terrain T/A is BFGoodrich's On-Road All-Terrain tire developed for drivers of crossovers and SUVs, Jeeps and pickup trucks who want a tire that is comfortable and capable on-road but is also adventure-ready when they need it.
The BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A is tested against a newcomer to the On-Road All-Terrain category and another previously tested competitor.
Our evaluation used 2022 Ford Explorer ST test vehicles fitted with new, full tread depth 255/65R18 tires mounted on 18x8.0 wheels.
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In this episode of “TJ Talking” our Tire Information and Testing Manager, TJ Campbell, sits down with Brandon Sturgis, Global Product Manager at BFGoodrich, to discuss the Trail-Terrain T/A. The two talk about the Trail-Terrain’s creation as a counterpart to the popular All-Terrain T/A KO2, and what makes the Trail-Terrain T/A perfect for the driver looking for great on-road performance with off-road capability.
The BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A is tested against two other On-Road All-Terrain competitors designed to satisfy drivers on the pavement while providing good, light off-road capabilities.
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