BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 vs General Grabber AT3
- TR Score
- 6.2/10
- Owners say
- 72% · 49
- TR Score
- 7.2/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 30
The BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 and the General Grabber AT3 have met in 2 independent tests and the record is level at 1-1.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Pick General Grabber AT3 for daily-driven SUVs/4x4s with frequent rain, highway miles, and mixed light off-road. Choose BFGoodrich KO2 for trail-focused use, rocky/gravel routes, occasional mud, and drivers who prioritize ruggedness and snow stability over on-road refinement.
Where the All Terrain TA KO2 is stronger
- Stable snow handling and solid snow braking for a 3PMSF AT
- Strong off-road bite in mud and on gravel with predictable behavior
- Better straight and curved aquaplaning resistance than AT3
Where the Grabber AT3 is stronger
- Markedly better wet braking and wet handling (safer in rain)
- Quieter and more comfortable ride with lower vibration
- Lower rolling resistance for improved fuel economy
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
All Terrain TA KO2 vs Grabber AT3 at a glance
| Category | All Terrain TA KO2 | Gap | Grabber AT3 |
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| Shared tests won2 shared tests | 1 | 1 | |
| Dry2 measurements | 0 | 2 | |
| Wet5 measurements | 2 | 3 | |
| Snow3 measurements | 2 | 1 | |
| Off road5 measurements | 4 | 1 | |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Value1 measurement | 0 | 1 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 6.2/10 | The Grabber AT3 by 1.0 | 7.2/10 |
| Owner rating49 and 30 reviews | 72% | The Grabber AT3 by 9 points | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 60% | The Grabber AT3 by 29 points | 89% |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 48 | 31 sizes made in both | 77 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 2 tests, 2017 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | All Terrain TA KO2 | Field | Grabber AT3 |
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| Best All Terrain Tires Tested On Road, Off Road and Snow [2024] | P7 of 7 | P3 of 7 | |
| 2017 Drive Out Off Road 4x4 Tire Test | P2 of 7 | P5 of 7 |
Performance profile
17 measurements from the 2 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
All Terrain TA KO2
Grabber AT3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
All Terrain TA KO2
Grabber AT3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
All Terrain TA KO2
Not ahead in any category
Grabber AT3
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Grabber AT3 81% from 30. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | All Terrain TA KO2 | Gap | Grabber AT3 | Wins | ||||
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| 147 | 0.7% | 146 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 53.4 | 2.1% | 54.6 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 151 | 13.5% | 130 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 44.8 | 6.5% | 47.7 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 13.9 | 3.4% | 14.3 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 37.8 | 2.5% | 36.9 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 25.9 | 1.7% | 25.5 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 88 | 1.8% | 90 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 1 | 2.8% | 1 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 41.3 | 2.8% | 40.2 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 40.6 | 4% | 39.1 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 37 | 3.4% | 38 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 1 | 1.2% | 1 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 0 | 1.1% | 0 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 0 | 1.1% | 0 | 1-0 | |||||
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| 73.4 | 2.5 dB | 70.9 | 0-1 | |||||
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| 10.7 | 13.1% | 9.3 | 0-1 | |||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the All Terrain TA KO2 scores 6.2 and the Grabber AT3 7.2 out of 10.
| All Terrain TA KO2 | Category | Grabber AT3 | ||
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| 5 | Dry | 24 | ||
| 19 | Wet | 38 | ||
| 23 | Comfort | 92 | ||
| 0 | Value | 38 | ||
| 92 | Snow | 83 | ||
| 82 | Off road | 22 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| All Terrain TA KO2 | Category | Grabber AT3 | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 6.5 | Wet Grip | 7.8 | ||
| 6.9 | Road Feedback | 8 | ||
| 6.9 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 8.3 | Wear | 8.9 | ||
| 6.8 | Comfort | 8.5 | ||
| 8 | Snow Grip | 8.1 | ||
| 6.3 | Ice Grip | 6.4 | ||
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Grabber AT3 81% from 30. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2
- 72%from 49 reviews
- 60%would buy again
- 1,162,907 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most consistently praise the BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 for its off-road traction, with just over half of reviewers calling it “massively better off-road” and particularly strong on rock, gravel and dirt. It also earns regular credit for durability: around two in five mention long tread life, and about one in five specifically report strong puncture resistance. On the road, opinion is more divided, but a meaningful share complain about a firm ride and increased road noise (each raised by around a third of owners). Wet performance is the other common compromise: wet grip is mixed overall, but around one in six explicitly criticise wet braking.
- Excellent off-road traction on dirt, gravel and rock
- Long tread life for an all-terrain tire
- Strong puncture resistance and durability on rough tracks
- Confident traction in snow
- Firm, sometimes harsh ride comfort on tarmac
- Noticeable road noise compared with road tires
- Wet braking can be poor
Summarised by AI from 39 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 49 All Terrain TA KO2 reviewsI've had these on my Land Cruiser for the last 4 years (only 1 winter on them, and then I got a dedicated set of snow tires). As far as paved-road performance goes, I'd say they are just average across the board. However, they are not great on corners in the wet and are a bit harsh on paved roads. I had them on for one winter, but was extremely let down. They perform average in the snow and on ice they are horrible. They are 3-peak rated, and some people rave about them in the winter, but I wasn't impressed at all. Comparing them to my Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5's they aren't even close.
Off-road is where these shine. I have taken many offroading/overlanding trips and will air down to 15-25psi depending on the terrain and how fast I'm going. They perform great on dirt and gravel roads. They are strongest on rock. They mould around rocks extremely well. They are not the best in mud. They get packed fairly easily, but I know they aren't at M/T, so I'm not expecting those results. I've never gotten a puncture or sidewall tear.
If you aren't going to off-road with these tires, I would not recommend them. Get something like the Michelin Defender.
General Grabber AT3
- 81%from 30 reviews
- 89%would buy again
- 1,143,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the General Grabber AT3 as a quiet, comfortable all-terrain tire with strong on-road manners and impressive longevity, often delivering 40-60k+ miles with even wear. Many also praise confident wet grip and very capable traction in snow and general off-road use (tracks, gravel, grass, sand). The most consistent downsides are reduced capability in very deep/claggy mud or boggy grass and weaker traction/control on ice or compacted snow compared with true winter-focused options.
- Low road noise for an A/T tire
- Long tread life / good wear
- Good wet-road grip and braking
- Strong snow performance (especially fresh/deep snow)
- Limited traction/clearing in deep mud, clay, or boggy grass
- Poor grip and confidence on ice or compacted snow
Summarised by AI from 25 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 30 Grabber AT3 reviewsFitted on a Dacia Duster Dci with a lift kit used on daily commute to work and weekend activities.
Very good on dry and not noisy at all as the cooper's already have.
Average to poor on mud terrain (worst than Maxxis Wormdrive for sure) that is why i am going on MT'sVery good on dirt roads, also rocks and everything, never punned or teared apart.
Good tires i will keep them as second set, will buy them again.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 48 sizes of the All Terrain TA KO2 and 77 of the Grabber AT3, 31 of them made in both.
| Category | All Terrain TA KO2 | Grabber AT3 |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 48 sizes, 15 to 20 inch | 77 sizes, 15 to 22 inch |
| Made in both | 31 sizes 31/10 R15215/75 R15235/75 R15215/65 R16215/70 R16225/70 R16225/75 R16235/70 R16235/85 R16245/70 R16245/75 R16255/70 R16and 19 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B92%C8% | D43%C41%B15%E1%A1% |
| EU label rolling resistance | E92%D8% | D70%E26%C3% |
| EU label noise | 74-75 dB B100% | 72-75 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 52 of 52 | 185 of 185 |
| On the market since | 2014 | 2016 |
| Replaced | - | General GRABBER AT2 (2017) |
| Replaced by | BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO3 | General Grabber AT3 Plus |
| Awards | Winner: Best Tires for Pick-Up Trucks (DriverReviews, 2026/27) Winner: Best Tires for Pick-Up Trucks (DriverReviews, 2024/25) | - |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two stalwarts of the all-terrain class: BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2, a fan favorite with a rugged off-road pedigree, versus General Grabber AT3, a newer-generation AT that aims to balance trail capability with on-road manners. Both carry 3PMSF winter ratings in tested sizes and target SUV/4x4 drivers who split time between pavement and the rough stuff.
Across shared modern testing (255/55 R18, 2024), the Grabber AT3 finished 3rd of 7 while the KO2 placed 7th, driven largely by meaningful on-road and wet advantages for General. The KO2 countered with stronger snow handling and several off-road highlights (gravel, mud bite), though at the cost of noise and fuel economy. A 2017 off-road-focused test flipped the script, with KO2 2nd and AT3 5th, underscoring how test weighting (road vs off-road) shifts the outcome.
Conclusion
If your driving skews on-road or mixed-use with frequent wet conditions, the General Grabber AT3 is the safer, more refined and better-balanced choice. It consistently stopped shorter in the wet (≈14% advantage in braking), handled more securely on wet and dry, ran quieter by ~2.5 dB, and delivered lower rolling resistance-benefits you feel daily in safety, comfort and fuel use.
Choose the BFGoodrich KO2 when off-road robustness is the priority and you value confident snow handling plus predictable traction in mud and on gravel. It also resists aquaplaning a touch better and holds its line well off-pavement, but you'll trade off longer wet stops, higher noise, and worse efficiency. In short: AT3 for year-round road-first versatility; KO2 for trail-first durability with winter and rough-surface poise.
All Terrain TA KO2 vs Grabber AT3: your questions
Is the BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 or the General Grabber AT3 the better tire?
The BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO2 and the General Grabber AT3 have met in 2 independent tests and the record is level at 1-1. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the All Terrain TA KO2 scores 6.2 and the Grabber AT3 7.2 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the All Terrain TA KO2 or the Grabber AT3?
The Grabber AT3 led 3 of the 5 wet measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is better in the dry?
The Grabber AT3 led 2 of the 2 dry measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is better in snow?
The All Terrain TA KO2 led 2 of the 3 snow measurements the shared tests recorded.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 6.8/10 for the All Terrain TA KO2 and 8.5/10 for the Grabber AT3.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the All Terrain TA KO2 72% from 49 reviews and the Grabber AT3 81% from 30. 60% of All Terrain TA KO2 owners would buy it again, against 89% for the Grabber AT3.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The All Terrain TA KO2 is made in 48 sizes (15 to 20 inch) and the Grabber AT3 in 77 (15 to 22 inch). 31 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the All Terrain TA KO2 is graded B for wet grip and E for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Grabber AT3 D and D.
Which is the newer tire?
The Grabber AT3 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2016, the All Terrain TA KO2 in 2014. The Grabber AT3 replaced the General GRABBER AT2.
Run either of these?
Your review is the part of this page no test can supply: how the tire wore, how it aged, what it was like in the rain in year three. It takes about five minutes.
Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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