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Destination A/T vs Terra Grapplers

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#1 ·
I am in the market for new tires for the Jeep. The tire size is 275/55/20 and have been looking for a good A/T. I will only be using these in the harsh Wisconsin winters and the occasional trip up north. I want a pretty aggressive looking tire so that's why I am leaning toward the Nitto Terra Grappers. I have had the Firestone Destination A/T's before and have been in love with them but I really want something that looks a little more aggressive. Both are about the same price so that's not a factor. Any help is appreciated. Thanks! Any other suggestions are open too.
 
#2 ·
Greetings,

Since you are using this tire for the winter as well, I would look into a softer tire compound that gives you the best grip possible. Even look at a possible dedicated winter tire depending on your needs.

Nokian, in the size you need, offers the Rotiva AT and a dedicated winter tire, the Hakkapeliitta 7 SUV. The Hakka is being replace this fall with updated #8.

Nokian Tyres North America

Cooper Tires offer the Discoverer AT3 which is an excellent tire. Their is a 3 part review on Youtube.

Cooper Tire & Rubber Company - Tire Selector

Also look at Goodyear WRANGLER® DURATRAC or the dedicated winter tire ULTRA GRIP® ICE WRT.

Tires | Goodyear Tires

These tires will cost you some money, however, since you are venturing into harsh winter climates, it is better to safe than sorry. The Destination AT is a nice tire, I had it on my old Xterra.

Hope this helps.

Best for now.:)
 
#3 · (Edited)
I would look into a dedicated winter tire, I had great success with Blizzak's. Nokian's seem to get great reviews as well.

Depending on your use of the tire, a "non-aggressive" winter tire may actually be better than an "aggressive" AT.

I researched the Terra Grappler's and just ordered some. I'll use them in the winter, and from what I gathered, they seem to be a "decent" tire in the winter, but certainly not as good as a dedicated winter tire. Since you're talking about only using the tire in the winter and trips up north, where I assume it's snow/ice, I would say it may be a better option for you. I'm just not convinced an AT would be the best choice.
 
#4 ·
Thanks for the replies guys, and I was considering a winter tire but I do want something to fill the wheel well up a bit also. That's why I was debating the A/T's because they give an aggressive look, good ride quality, and have grip in sloppy conditions. I have used the destinations in the past but I love the look of the Terra Grapplers.
 
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#10 ·
Thanks, do you by any chance know if based on the design of the tire that there is more rubber protecting the rim compared to the stock. I'm trying to decide on new tire size. Be easier just to get the stock size, but want a little room rubber as well as the ability to air down more.
 
#11 ·
Not to throw a wrench in here but I am now quite intrigued by the Cooper Zeon Ltz and am heavily considering these. Anyone with opinions?
 
#13 ·
Thanks for the link, I think that talked me into the Coopers.
 
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#15 ·
I run Duratracs on my Ram 1500 and we use them a lot at work in the oil patch. I like them enough that I am seriously considering them for the Jeep before next winter. IMO: they are a worthy tire to consider and have an aggressive look to them without all of the drawbacks usually associated with an aggressive tire. I think they are a great option for those people looking for "One Tire for All Conditions" solution. They have not been impressive in any one particular scenario, but they perform acceptably in all situations I have run them in.
 
#18 ·
I am actually considering getting the duratracs or all year and selling the 22s. I kinda like the off road look. How is the ride quality and road noise?
 
#19 ·
I can only comment on the 275/65r18's but they ride great (to me), and the hum for road noise is not bad at all, I barely notice unless the radio is off.

Love the tires, huge Duratrac fan - took me 5 months just to find them around here, so finally drove to Boulder and picked them up there.
 
#20 ·
Thanks, I can find them at the local Pomps and they are 250 a piece installed and with tax. I think for the 275/55/20 size its a good deal.
 
#21 ·
Well I decided on the Duratracs and I am in love with them. Just got them today so I didn't have time to install them yet. I am going to plastidip them tomorrow and install them to see how they look. Can't wait for the finished product. Thanks everyone for your input.
275/55R20


 
#24 ·
I have the quadralift. No lift kit, level kit or spacers. Love the tires and would recommend them. Wow, looking at these pictures reminds me how far I've come.
 
#26 ·
Pretty sure they fit without any modifications on stock suspension. They look great, ride nice, and wear properly.
 
#27 ·
Thanks for the info here. How many miles have you put on your Duratracs and how are they wearing? How do you like them for road noise, and handling in dry / wet / snow / ice? And at this point would you buy them again? If not, why not? Thanks in advance.
 
#28 ·
Any pics mounted on JGC?
 
#29 ·
Probably around 15000 miles on them now. The road noise might be a bit louder than stock but I don't even notice the sound. They are a lot more comfortable than I thought they would be. They are wearing just how they should be, no unevenness. I would buy them again in a heartbeat. I've done a mix of highway and city driving with them and I am very happy with them. And there is a couple threads with them installed on the Grand Cherokees. I have a couple pics but its pretty dark.
 
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