New BFG T/A KO2

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Gen 2 OEM tires:

Part: 58424 LT315/70R17/C 113 S

Not on Tirerack yet, but it's on BFG's site.

I'm guessing they will be 8 to 10 lbs lighter than the E range tires currently available.
 

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Gen 2 OEM tires:

Part: 58424 LT315/70R17/C 113 S

Not on Tirerack yet, but it's on BFG's site.

I'm guessing they will be 8 to 10 lbs lighter than the E range tires currently available.

Tried to use BFGs site, but too much of a PITA...so are these C rated or D rated versions of the ATT IIs?
 

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C rated. It's in the size listing along with the speed rating of 113 / S.
 

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C rated. It's in the size listing along with the speed rating of 113 / S.

Ok, So still no D rated? Only C or E...very odd...I can see them on the site now...was not looking correctly. Was in a hurry. Still shocked at no D Load Rating...
 
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Ok, never had heard of C rated, but now that makes sense.

So still no D rated? Only E rated with a speed index of S?

C rated is typically found in tires for 15" wheels and sometimes 16". not really common in 17" wheel size variants.

the stock raptor size BFG ko2 is available in load range C, as well as E.

For a heavier vehicle like a raptor, I would go with the load range E personally.

Discount Tire Direct has the E rated version. http://www.discounttiredirect.com/direct/findTireDetail.do?pc=32045&ar=70&rd=17&cs=315
 

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If it's 99% street use and unloaded like nearly every truck on the road- I see no need for E tires. The C will ride much better and be lighter as well. It's still a LT tire so it's not like you are rolling around on jelly donuts.
 

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Keep in mind the weight ratings of the tires however. the C range tires may be more comfy, but is it worth the sacrifice in handling? the C range tires on my light ranger are marshmallowy enough when on pavement. Can't imagine they would be better on a heavier raptor.

probably be 100% fine no question though. all depends what you want your tires to be able to do.
 

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C rated is typically found in tires for 15" wheels and sometimes 16". not really common in 17" wheel size variants.

the stock raptor size BFG ko2 is available in load range C, as well as E.

For a heavier vehicle like a raptor, I would go with the load range E personally.

Discount Tire Direct has the E rated version. Tire Details - Discount Tire Direct

Yeah, I edited my answer...was typing to fast ha ha. I get the C rating, but literally have never seen it on any tire I have owned on any truck I have owned...I have E Rated Cooper ST Maxx's on my 14 Raptor now, and they definitely ride "harder" than the D Rated BFGs...was really hoping for a D Rated KO2...just makes no sense for the skipping of the D and going down to C...

If it's 99% street use and unloaded like nearly every truck on the road- I see no need for E tires. The C will ride much better and be lighter as well. It's still a LT tire so it's not like you are rolling around on jelly donuts.

Wholeheartedly agree...but...I do Tow, and Carry sleds, Dirt, Pallets, ATVs, etc...in my truck...so C rated would not cut it for me...but for many I would think you're spot on...but as I have said above...Just clueless as to why they would not do the D rated...like in the past.
 

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also, on the off chance a street queen does go offroad, the E range is by far the better choice. far less chance of punctures or sidewall cuts (goes for street driving too, but less of a chance)

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Good excuse to go up to a 37" though, the 37x12.50x17 come in a D range
 
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