General Grabber A/T3
WatchThe General Grabber AT3 is a mid-range all-terrain tire that blends everyday road manners with genuine off-road capability. Drivers praise its low noise, reassuring wet-road composure, long tread life and surprisingly strong snow performance for an A/T. Recent professional tests back up its snow and mixed-terrain competence and note stable wet handling, though they also flag weaker aquaplaning resistance and longer wet/dry braking distances. Overall, the General Grabber AT3 suits drivers seeking a refined, durable A/T with real-world versatility rather than class-leading on-road stopping power or efficiency.
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| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 inch | |||
| 215/70 R 16 100 T | E | D | 72 |
| 17 inch | |||
| 265/65 R 17 112 H | D | C | 73 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 H XL | D | C | 72 |
| 265/70 R 17 115 T | D | C | 73 |
| 225/60 R 17 99 H | D | C | 72 |
| 265/65 R 17 112 H | D | C | 73 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 H XL | D | C | 72 |
| 265/70 R 17 115 T | D | D | 73 |
| 225/60 R 17 99 H | D | D | 72 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 V XL | D | D | 72 |
| 265/65 R 17 112 H | D | D | 73 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 H XL | D | D | 72 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 H XL | E | D | 72 |
| 235/65 R 17 108 V XL | D | C | 72 |
| 265/65 R 17 112 H | E | D | 73 |
| 18 inch | |||
| 235/60 R 18 107 H XL | D | C | 72 |
| 235/60 R 18 107 H XL | D | D | 72 |
| 235/60 R 18 107 H XL | D | D | 72 |
| 20 inch | |||
| 275/55 R 20 117 H XL | D | C | 73 |
Questions and Answers for the General Grabber AT3
Ask a questionLooking at the test results above how come the "wear" results is so bad ?? If it's a great tire ? Other than that they seem just the job ?
If one had to compare the General Grabber AT3 to the Goodyear HP all Weather, what EU ratings would the Grabber get in terms of Fuel efficiency and road noise. The EU ratings normally indicate a A-H rating for each.
Good evening Would these be ok for VW campervan. Or would the ride be to harsh.
What is the depth of the tread on a new grabber AT3 on an 18inch wheel?
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Review Summary
Based on 22 user reviews
Most drivers rate the General Grabber AT3 highly for its quiet ride, strong wet-road confidence, long tread life, and balanced on-/off-road capability. Many praised its snow performance (for an AT) and reliable traction on gravel, grass, and light-to-moderate trails. A minority reported weak grip on ice and limitations in deep mud or boggy grass, which is expected for an all-terrain tire. Overall sentiment is strongly positive, with durability, low noise, and everyday drivability standing out.
Strengths
- Low road noise
- Good wet grip and braking
- Long tread life/durability
- Comfortable and stable on-road handling
- Versatile light off-road traction
- Solid snow performance for an at
Areas for Improvement
- Limited traction in deep mud/boggy grass
- Weak grip on ice/compacted snow
Top 3 General Grabber AT3 Reviews
When on road, I run them around 34psi for the country roads and frequently enjoy a little spirited drive to astounding results. Chances are, the regular driver would bottle it before the tires give way on tarmac.
With relatively good feedback I feel confident knowing what the car is doing under me.
For longer journeys, I've aired up to around 45psi and have been excellent for motorway blasts. Having a higher speed rating than most A/T tires is a huge bonus.
Due to a poor show of snow the past two years, they haven't had a long chance in deep snow, but they performed very well in what I could find. Testing on a particularly icy single lane steep hill (which proved too much for many others based on holes through the hedges) where it confidently controlled the 2 tonnes down the slope happily.
I've now done around 30k miles and after rotating wheels fairly consistently, they will be coming to the end of the useful life. For me, that's very good going. MLs are renowned for chewing side walls, and this has immediately solved this issue with even wear throughout.
Road noise for me and guests have all commented on how quite they are still and not noticeable the car is running on ATs.
Overall, I would recommend these and will be replacing with the same again.
Latest General Grabber AT3 Reviews
Off road it felt stable with good grip on sand but lacked mud performance compared to KO2's. Sidewalls always felt fragile when driving over tree stumps
-Quiet cant hear any noise even with low tread
-Wet roads and low temperature roads not an issue at all and proven that can be trusted
-Ice / Snow do the job without missing a beat
But the most astonishing review is that with 60.000 kms low treat did off road trails with a group of 4x4’s with MT fitted (was the only one with AT ) via mud rock and so one and they were super impressive to the point that everyone was amazed how I didnt got stuck
They took everything that was thrown at them well without complaint and wouldn't hesitate to get them again in the future on another 4x4 or Truck/Pickup.
Good offroad on all terrains that I encountered, forest tracks, mud, water crossings, grass and sand.
They were also really good through winter and the snow, on ICE they weren't as confident inspiring as a full winter but is to be expected.
For a do it all offroad 4x4 tire they were excellent and highly recommended.
Traditionally I have used Goodyear Wrangler AT's and BF Goodrich AT's (and still have a set on an Jeep CJ7 that I also use - it only does a couple of thousand miles a year so they refuse to wear out...). These were significantly more expensive and definitely no better - but they are getting old and of course tire technology is (I hope..) continuously improving each year.
I don't drive hard enough in the dry to know much about dry handling etc., but the AT3's are excellent to drive in the wet. Very good stopping distances etc. From my experience just as good as a good road tire. Noise is not a problem either.
Incredibly good in deep snow (remember the Beast from the East?) and sub zero temperatures - the best I have ever driven.
Traditionally I swap tires winter to summer (off road tires used to be a pain in summer, and I have a second set of rims...) but I have stopped bothering with summers since the last set wore out - with these there seems no point.
Highly recommended. (and no, I am not being paid to say that...)
