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Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent

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The Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent is an all-terrain tire designed for luxury and high-trim 4x4 trucks and SUVs. This tire features Bridgestone's ENLITEN technology, full-depth interlocking 3D sipes, and a wear-resistant compound, offering a balance of on-road refinement and off-road capability. The Dueler A/T Ascent is engineered for improved wet, snow, and off-road traction, as well as enhanced wear life. It comes with a 60,000-mile limited warranty and is available in 35 fitments for wheel sizes between 17 and 22 inches. The tire is 3-Peak Mountain Snowflake certified for winter traction and incorporates design elements to reduce noise and improve comfort.

The quick answer

Owners say 79% from 4 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 3rd average finish across 3 independent tests Latest: P3 of 30 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Ice, Snow Dry, Off road Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.

  • 4owner reviews
  • 68,000miles driven
  • 3professional tests
Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent 6 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent

9.5/10

Better than 95% of all-terrain tires

  • Medium Confidence
  • 3 tests
  • 4 owner reviews
Scores of the 42 all-terrain tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests3 tests · 2 publications · 2024-2026 95% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 95% 9.5

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other all-terrain tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 92% 28% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 51% 22% 2
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 97% 20% 2
Off roadTraction and handling on gravel, grass, sand and mud 15% 15% 1
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice 99% 12% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 53% 5% 2

Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

TractionEvery traction test, on any surface 99% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 97% 2
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 88% 3

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 83% of the test figure. The other 17% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2026 2026 Tire Rack All Terrain Tire Snow Test Tire Rack · 265/70 R17 P3 / 30
  2. 2025 Which is Best? BFGoodrich All Terrain KO3 vs Bridgestone AT Ascent vs Cooper Stronghold AT Tire Reviews · 275/65 R18 P2 / 3
  3. 2024 2024 Tire Rack All Terrain Tires On-Road Test Tire Rack · 265/70 R17 P4 / 12
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Tested 3 times by independent publications, the Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent averages a finish of 3rd.

3 Tests
0 Test Wins
3rd Average
2nd Best
4th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20242026

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2026 Tire Rack All Terrain Tire Snow Test P3 of 30

The Bridgestone Dueler A/T Ascent shared third place in Tire Rack's snow ranking, but no tire matched its measured grip across snow and ice. For a driver who wants the all-terrain that grips best in winter, this 3PMSF on-road all-terrain was the strongest all-round performer in the data.

Strong: Snow Braking, Snow Traction, Ice Braking, Ice Traction Winner: Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT

YearTestResultAward
20262026 Tire Rack All Terrain Tire Snow TestTire Rack · 265/70 R17P3 / 30
2025Which is Best? BFGoodrich All Terrain KO3 vs Bridgestone AT Ascent vs Cooper Stronghold ATTire Reviews · 275/65 R18P2 / 3Tested by Tire Reviews
20242024 Tire Rack All Terrain Tires On-Road TestTire Rack · 265/70 R17P4 / 12

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

Videos

BFGoodrich AT KO3 vs Bridgestone AT Ascent vs Cooper Stronghold AT - Which Should You Buy?

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Running Costs
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In 275/65 R18, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent is projected to cost $22.93 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about $573 over 25,000 miles - based on its US price and the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, from the Which is Best? BFGoodrich All Terrain KO3 vs Bridgestone AT Ascent vs Cooper Stronghold AT.

Tire life here is the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, NOT measured wear - treat it as the maker's promise, not a test result.
Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT$22.87
Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent$22.93
BFGoodrich All Terrain TA KO3$25.45
cost per 1,000 miles
Tire life is the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, not measured wear. Assumes $80 fitting per set of four. US prices are from the time of the 2025 test; financing costs are excluded.
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent stops 8.2% shorter than premium rivals and 5.8% shorter than mid-range rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 92/100, and owners rate it 7/10 in the wet from 4 reviews.
How good is the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent stops 0.4% shorter than premium rivals and 0.8% longer than mid-range rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 51/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the dry from 4 reviews.
How good is the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent in the snow?
Across the 1 snow-braking test it has featured in, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent stops 11.2% shorter than premium rivals, 15.2% shorter than mid-range rivals and 12% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 1 snow-traction test, it is 15.7% better than premium rivals, 20.8% better than mid-range rivals and 12.6% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 97/100, and owners rate it 7.7/10 in the snow from 4 reviews.
How good is the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent on ice?
Across the 1 ice-braking test it has featured in, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent stops 16.4% shorter than premium rivals, 20.4% shorter than mid-range rivals and 14.4% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 1 ice-traction test, it is 9.2% better than premium rivals, 11.5% better than mid-range rivals and 9.9% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 100/100, and owners rate it 6.3/10 on ice from 4 reviews.
How much does the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent cost to run?
In 275/65 R18, the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent is projected to cost $22.93 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about $573 over 25,000 miles - based on its US price and the manufacturer's treadwear warranty, from the Which is Best? BFGoodrich All Terrain KO3 vs Bridgestone AT Ascent vs Cooper Stronghold AT. The cheapest to run in that test is the Cooper Discoverer Stronghold AT, at $22.87.
Owner Questions (1)
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How is the Bridgestone dealer ascent for towing 8000 lb trailer with 3/4 ton truck?
October 25, 2026
Unfortunately I have no experience with this. I would guess that, as the AT Ascent is quite a mild all-terrain tire and more comfort-focused, it might not be the ideal hauler

Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent Owner Reviews

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What owners say

Across 4 owner ratings the Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent averages 79%. Owners rate Wear highest at 9 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 6.3. 3 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles.

Owner ratings averaged from 4 ratings

  • Owner score 79%
  • Wear 90%
  • Road Feedback 85%
  • Handling 85%
  • Dry Grip 83%
  • Comfort 83%
  • Snow Grip 77%
  • Wet Grip 70%
  • Ice Grip 63%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 87%

“QUIET QUIET QUIET! Very Quiet tire for the tread design, snow performance could be better but a great all around tire to towing and daily commuting, Rain performance was fantastic. Off-road performance has been very...”

  • Chevrolet silverado 1500
  • 8,000 miles
Read full review → 308 found this helpful
Most critical 61%

“I replace my Firestone Destination XT’s that I loved. After all the reviews I figure these would be even better. Unfortunately, they are not even in the same ballpark. The tires break contact when starting from a stop...”

  • Ford F250
  • 20,000 miles
Read full review → 1 found this helpful
Longest term 80%

“Changed to these tires from KO2s in load range E for my 3/4 ton pickup. The Dueler Ascent 3PMSF rated tires perform good in snow, wet and dry. Their kryptonite is ice. Last winter I drove 330 miles with half of that in...”

  • Chevrolet Silverado 2500
  • 30,000 miles
Read full review → 5 found this helpful

All 4 Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent reviews

Score spread across 4 written reviews
61%
Member
Initial Impressions

I replace my Firestone Destination XT’s that I loved. After all the reviews I figure these would be even better. Unfortunately, they are not even in the same ballpark. The tires break contact when starting from a stop on wet roads and in the mud the cake up with mud and provide no traction. Very disappointing and can wait to get my mileage out of them and get them replaced.

Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent owner photo Bridgestone Dueler AT Ascent owner photo
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 2
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 1
  • Snow Grip 8
  • Ice Grip 7
Helpful 1
80%
Member
Initial Impressions

Changed to these tires from KO2s in load range E for my 3/4 ton pickup. The Dueler Ascent 3PMSF rated tires perform good in snow, wet and dry. Their kryptonite is ice. Last winter I drove 330 miles with half of that in road conditions that were icy, patchwork of ice, rumble strips of ice on road. In the straights if you kept your speed down and 4wd you did okay. Tire wear is acceptable. I use them year around and tow a 7000# travel trailer 1.5 to 2 months out of the year. 99% highway driving and 1% off-road (that ain't for me).

On the icy slight corners I had to slow way down, < 25 mph was my limit and the tires (high pucker factor). If I had to drive those type of conditions regulary with ice, then I would pop for a dedicated winter tire. No icy road conditions to drive on? then these are great tires for you.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
  • Snow Grip 8
  • Ice Grip 7
Helpful 5
91%
Member
I replaced a set of highway tires with these Bridgestone Dueler AT for a cross country trip to spend time camping and fishing the Rocky Mountains. Since I never had AT tires before I did not know what to expect and was concerned about their road manners. Well these really surprised me as I expected noticeably louder tires and degraded ride while traveling across country. But frankly, these sound and ride much like the highway tires they replaced. The traction is amazing in wet conditions. And off road they provided plenty of grip and cushion. I have taken them on mountain roads and trails in the Rockies and they perform exactly as I hoped for on road and off. It's hard to tell how long they will last, but after rotation and tire tread measurement after more than 10,000 miles I expect they deliver the longevity they advertise.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
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QUIET QUIET QUIET! Very Quiet tire for the tread design, snow performance could be better but a great all around tire to towing and daily commuting, Rain performance was fantastic. Off-road performance has been very good as well in sand and gravel with mud holes.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 10
  • Snow Grip 7
  • Ice Grip 5
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