The Best Mud Tires (Review) in 2023 | Autance

Goodyear has a top reputation, and thanks to its use of cutting-edge technology when it comes to its tires, it’s easy to see why. Performance and quality are its buzz words and, for these all-terrain mud tires, value comes into the equation too.

Suitable for pretty much all type of-terrain, both wet and dry, the aggressive tread pattern of the Goodyear Wrangler Radial makes it a sound choice for mud as well as light to medium snow and slippery surfaces. The large tread blocks create a really stable footprint that boosts performance and stability, providing more confident handling when the going gets tough. These mud grip tires are effective at self-cleaning, thanks to the decent sized lugs and wide voids, and the walls are sufficiently thick to give a decent level of protection against wear and potential puncture. Although the load capability might not be on par with more expensive mud tires, these are a good all-round tire that will take you out for off-road adventures all year round and are also built to be used on the street.

Bringing together the principles of two of its most popular tires, the Trail Grappler combines the gnarly off-road performance of the Nitto Mud Grappler with the smooth on-road comfort of the Nitto Terra Grappler. The result is a premium performance all-terrain tire that can justify its premium price tag. These are good looking tires with a quality design tempered by the rugged vibe any serious off-roader would expect and work with both trucks and SUVs.

Performance, handling and traction are the mission objectives for these premium mud grip tires, and overall it is mission accomplished rather than impossible for the Trail Grappler. These are very aggressive tires when you are off-roading, sucking up to the surface as you tear up the terrain without losing any handling or control. There’s a D-tapered edge to the tread for an improved surface ‘bite’ and there’s also a seriously deep center sipe for optimum traction and to also help prevent the dreaded hydro-planning in wet and muddy conditions. And the tread’s large lugs and nicely wide void areas help to weed out the mud and stones and keep the tire surface clean and rolling smooth. They are the heaviest tires in our best mud tires review, but that 10-ply tire wall doesn’t come light and the stability and strength as well as the ‘self-protection’ of these mud grip tires could well be your deal breaker. And for when the off-roading day is done and you head for home, Nitto claims these wonder tires are up to 36-percent quieter than their Mud Grappler. Impressive.

A step-up from our best value pick, the Hankook DynaPro ATM Off-Road tire offers a 7-8-percent wider footprint for even better road contact and traction. The DynaPro ATM Off-Road could well be your next upgrade. As a dedicated off-road tire, you can sit back and enjoy the multi-terrain ride, confident in the superior handling and grip. The traction means the DynaPro Off-Road can take extreme conditions in its aggressive tread stride, from mud and loose surfaces to dirt paths, snow and ice tracks.

There’s a sturdy, no-nonsense look about these off-road mud grip tires that is reassuring. The wraparound tread is formidable and boosts the tire’s overall resistance to abrasions and punctures. The lugs are big, and there’s the large void areas you would expect, bringing a solid stability to the tire’s performance. Add to this the deep two-step sipes for increased traction in the wet and tiered side grooves for smooth handling and easier turns with what feels like minimal effort, and you have a cracking off-road tire at a cracking price. For sheer handling and stability when driving your light truck or SUV off-road, you can’t go wrong with the Hankook DynaPro.

The Falken Wildpeak is one cool customer, designed to tackle rough terrain adventures even in low temperature and extreme weather conditions. Using heat diffuser technology, the Wildpeak mud grip tires is able to keep its cool even when the off-road temperature is rising by cleverly dissipating heat in the lower sidewall to protect the internal tire. This also means you get a consistent performance and stability, even when towing or carrying heavy loads.

And when it comes to mud and loose surface conditions, the Falken MT tires also step up, thanks to the interlocked shoulders to resist wear and the rigid tread blocks that take ramps and drops in their stride. The decent sized lugs and voids help to prevent excessive dirt build up and when on the road, the ride is surprisingly quiet.  They may be at times a little off with their handling of really deep snow, but they will get you through and, as a solid all-year, all-mud tire, they are going to always give you their best. And, for the price we think that’s enough to keep you off-road sweet.

As all-season MT tires for trucks and SUVs, these mud-terrain radial tires from BFGoodrich are a good mid-priced option. First, they are stough cookies with their Tri-Guard 3-ply polyester carcass giving superior protection against damage and puncture as you put your vehicle through its off-road paces. You also get a large footprint with these all-terrain mud tires that gives excellent stability and traction.

The high-void tread design is effective in clearing away debris and mud to prevent the tires over-clogging. We also really like the way these tires cling to rocks, deep dirt and slick surfaces to give you an off-road ride you have been looking for. And if you like a strong meaty styling to your SUV’s ‘footwear’ then the BFGoodrich Mud Terrain TA KM will certainly not disappoint. Offering an excellent all-round performance and more than capable of standing up to rough conditions, these are mud grip tires we really like.

With a spec that would rival a more expensive mud and all-terrain tire, the Hankook DynaPro comes in as our Best value tire for more reasons than just price. Yes, you are getting a sturdy tire but you are also getting a pretty impressive performance in both the dry and the wet.

The Hankook DynaPro are large, good looking and cheap mud tires that provide surprisingly impressive traction on a range of off-road conditions, including snow, ice, loose mud and dirt tracks. And for the price, they have been built to last with thick side walls and a wraparound tread to guard against cuts, bruises and improve puncture resistance. The size of what are easily one of our top mud tires also means you get a large footprint, which in turn improves the grip and tiered side grooves noticeably improve the rough surface handling. You will definitely feel this as you turn and corner with confidence. Users also report how quiet these aggressive bad boys are on the road despite their size and how smooth the overall ride is. If you don’t have money to burn but still want performance and a half-decent life span out of your off-road mud grip tires, then make sure you check out the DynaPro.

For all-round, all-terrain tires, the Discoverer 115t from Cooper ticks all the boxes. The price is mid-range, but you are getting quality and reputation plus their performance both on and off the highway cannot be disputed. These handsome Cooper mud tires will add some gravitas to your off-roader, light truck or SUV and are flexible enough to perform well out in the wild as well as dealing with the urban challenges of the ordinary road.

But just how well do they step up as specific mud grip tires? Pretty darn good. They are superbly aggressive, giving you super-sticky traction in the mud and wet. The Discoverer 115t has a five rib design that means you can pretty much throw your truck at most types of terrain and benefit from the stability the tough tire design provides. Plus, you get a broken center rib for improved soft surface traction without any loss in handling. Add in a silica-based tread that also helps to protect the tire wall from cuts, bruises and potential punctures and you have no need to hold your off-roading back. These mud grip tires can be a tad noisy, but it’s a worthwhile sacrifice for the sheer enjoyment of the off-road ride. For adventure in mud, wet, rocks and shifting surfaces, you want these sold, tough mud tires on your side.

There is a very distinct look to these mud terrain radial tires from Federal, but these large and well-priced tires are much more than just a ‘pretty face’. The aggressive tread design with its mix of lug size and shapes has one goal – to provide superior traction in a range of mud and loose dirt conditions.

And they live up to expectations, gripping on for dear life while giving you an awesome, smooth ride. Best suited to mud and dirt rather than colder or more extreme weather conditions, the Federal Couragia is also able to look after itself, thanks to the spaced out voids for effective self-cleaning as you eat up the off-road terrain. There’s also a tough 3-ply wall design to the tires as well as a protected upper shoulder to help them to resist chips, abrasions and punctures. And finally, the ‘Sloped Radius Gradient’ – or SRG – block design increases tire stiffness and ultimately boosts overall performance when serious off-road action calls. They are on the heavier side of our best mud tires list so are much happier on the adventure trail, but these tires do perform well on the open road, for when its time to get back to normal ‘on-road’ life – for a while at least.

The innovative design of the BFGoodrich All-Terrain not only catches the eye with its flat lines but also ups the ante on its KM All-Terrain by spreading out the load and creating a tire wall that cuts through rugged ground. These solid tires are towards the top end of our best mud tires budget, but it seems you do get what you pay for.

The tread design spreads out the stress of an unpredictable terrain to create a smooth and controlled ride while the tough sidewall rubber is stiff enough to protect against any splits or abrasions under off-road pressure. The rubber is also specially formulated to reduce chips, making these the ideal tires for mud and gravel road surfaces. As a self-cleaning mud grip tire, the raised bars in the should tread also work to help release any compacted mud, stones or snow.

We don’t think there could be a more appropriate name for a mud tire as the Cordovan Mud Claw literally sinks its tire talons into the soft ground and almost refuses to let go. These excellent mud grip tires can also work across a range of multi-terrains, making them a versatile choice for all your off-roading needs, while still being quiet and smooth enough to take you back onto the highway. But loose dirt and deep mud is where these aggressive tires are happiest, so you should be too.

The tread pattern is a mud tire classic, but the lugs are large and deep with well-spaced voids to prevent clogging and to create a self-cleaning action as you drive through the mud mire. The tires are built to last too with a three-ply stiff rubber wall to assist control and handling while resisting knocks, scuffs and potential punctures. And, despite their size, strength and aggressive looks, the Mud Claw also manage to give you a smooth, controlled ride with minimal vibration over rough ground. If you are looking for new mud tires for your off-roader, then seriously consider getting your hands on these mud-loving beauties.  The Mud Claw MT tire is best suited to mid to full-sized pick-ups, Jeeps and SUVs.