BFG KO2 Sizes

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angusmcraptor

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Comparing the differences between the BF Goodrich KO2 LT315/70R17 and the 35x12.50R17, the math shows only a 0.6” difference in height and a 0.1” difference in width. Is this what to expect when you actually mount them or is there a more noticeable difference?
 

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there are a couple posts on here I read that say exactly the same thing. do a search.
 

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Go big or go home!

J/K, I would get whichever ones are the best price, as you will not notice the slight difference in size.
 

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The difference is the load range. The 35X12.50R17 is a load range E (10ply) the LT315/70R17 designed for the Raptor is a load rance C (6ply). You will notice a bit harsher of a ride with the 35X12.50 if you care about that type of stuff.
 

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The difference is the load range. The 35X12.50R17 is a load range E (10ply) the LT315/70R17 designed for the Raptor is a load rance C (6ply). You will notice a bit harsher of a ride with the 35X12.50 if you care about that type of stuff.

This but you can run the E rated ones at around 30 psi vs the C rated ones (35-38psi) and make back up some of that comfort. Also the E rated wear evenly at 30 PSI on a Wrangler so I would assume the same on the Raptor.
 

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I went with the 35X12.50R17 this time around. Not much different, slight rubbing at fulll lock in the front that wasn’t, there before but it is just the inner fender well.
 

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On my 2017, I ran the 35x12.5-17 and didn't notice much of a difference at all. Never noticed any rubbing either.
 

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You won't notice a difference. The 35's weigh slightly more but you'll feel that more in your head than you will at the steering wheel. I went with 35's because it was a whole $60 more for a set of 4. I wanted the stronger sidewall since I do a lot of off-roading and deflate.
 
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