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What are The Most Popular 245/65R17 tires for Ford?

245/65R17 Ford is a pickup truck tire size for on and off road use. It has a Diameter of 25.7″ (inches), Width 9.6″ (inches), Wheel diameter 17″ (inches) and a Sidewall 4.3″ (inches). This tire size is mostly designed for All Terrain, Highway and SUVs/Light Truck models.

Next, we show you the 4 Most Popular 245/65R17 tires for Ford in USA Market.

1.- BFGoodrich T/A KO2Ford Bronco245/65R17
2.- Falken Wildpeak AT3WFord Bronco245/65R17
3.- Toyo Open Country AT3Ford Bronco245/65R17
4.- Nitto Terra GrapplerFord Bronco245/65R17

1.- BFGoodrich All-Terrain KO2 on Ford Bronco – 245/65R17 

TIRE: BFGOODRICH ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2SIZE: 245/65R17
PRICE: $186 - $206 Per TireMAX. SPEED: 112 mph
MAX. LOAD: 2,405 lbsMAX. INFLATION PRESSURE: 65 psi
TIRE WEIGHT: 44 lbsWARRANTY: 50,000 Miles

The 245/65R17 BF Goodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 tire has legendary reputation in the off-road community. BFG practically invented the first radial off-road or all-terrain tire over 40 years ago. The KO2 is the next generation or brother of the original KO tire, which alone, was a rock star in the category.

So to make this tire tougher overall, BFG just basically fortified some of the big weak spots, more specifically the sidewalls and shoulder area, which is where over 80% all terrains tire failures occur.

To do so, they beefed up that shoulder area using that is called their CoreGuard technology, making this tire 15% to 20% stronger than the original KO tire, helping to prevent punctures and thinks like that.

In the BF Goodrich KO2 terrain they are always some kind of expected noise when dealing with a tire aggressive tread design like this, however most customer experienced say that these tires are very quiet while on the road.

A last important detail is that the KO2 is three peak snowflakes rated, meaning that this have met stringent requirements set forth by the U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association and the Rubber Association of Canada to identify passenger and light truck tires that provide a higher level of snow traction and meets required performance criteria to be considered a severe snow rated tire, so that way, you can feel confident in the snow or on the ice.

2.- Falken Wildpeak AT3W on Ford Bronco – 245/65R17 

245/65R17 Ford Bronco with Falken Wildpeak AT3W

TIRE: FALKEN WILDPEAK A/T3WSIZE: 285/70R17
PRICE: $294 - $325 Per TireMAX. SPEED: 99 mph
MAX. LOAD: 2,755 lbsMAX. INFLATION PRESSURE: 50 psi
TIRE WEIGHT: 63 lbsWARRANTY: 55,000 Miles

First of all, you may notice in this model that the 245/65r17 Falken Wildpeak A/T3W have this sort of angled side biter that looks somewhat like a saw blade. It’s sort of directional how it’s angled up, but you do have that a little bit of extra traction there with those side biters.

They do have those cooling fins along this inner bead of the tire there, which always makes people kind of question why are they there? If you are running low air pressure, for example, then Falken put these on there to help dissipate the heat, but you don’t see that on any other tire out there.

The other thing is that those shoulder blocks are designed a little bit different. They still have the larger shoulder blocks on the outer edge of the tire and then the scattered or staggered inner tread blocks along the center of the tire to help cut down on that road noise.

3.- Toyo Open Country AT3 on Ford Maverick – 245/65R17 

245/65R17 Ford Maverick with Toyo Open Country AT3

TIRE: TOYO OPEN COUNTRY A/T IIISIZE: 285/70R17
PRICE: $298 - $330 Per TireMAX. SPEED: 99 mph
MAX. LOAD: 2,755 lbsMAX. INFLATION PRESSURE: 50 psi
TIRE WEIGHT: 54 lbsWARRANTY: 50,000 Miles

The aggressive and wide tread pattern of the 245/65R17 Toyo Open Country AT III provides excellent traction in  wet conditions and provides excellent water drainage channels. The contact patch’s phased computer designed design of blocks and grooves ensures a long-lasting and quiet ride.

Each groove is extremely deep, with stone ejecting blocks that have tapering edges. This allows the tire to maintain exceptional traction throughout each revolution while also reducing the risk of premature tread loss.

The tread pattern is linked together by tie bars in between the tread blocks for added stability and even longer predicted endurance. Interspersed throughout are zig zag sipes that provide additional biting edges for optimum handling in all weather. The Toyo Open Country AT III is a fantastic option for any light truck or SUV driver that wants to go off-road

4.- Nitto Terra Grappler on Ford Ranger – 245/65 R17 

245/65R17 Ford Ranger with Nitto Terra Grappler

TIRE: NITTO TERRA GRAPPLER G2
SIZE: 245/65R17 111T
PRICE: $145 - $161 Per Tire
MAX. SPEED: 118 mph
MAX. LOAD: 2,469 lbs
MAX. INFLATION PRESSURE: 40 psi
TIRE WEIGHT: 34 lbs
WARRANTY: 65,000 miles

If you are ready to tires on your light truck, but you aren’t the avid off-roader and you use your truck for daily driving and hitting lighter trails, the Nitto Terra Grappler will be a great choice to look at.

This features an asymmetrical all terrain tread that looks good with moderately aggressive pattern and performs great on the trail. The Terra Grappler G2 is said one of the quieter all-terrains, it’ll provide a comfortable daily ride. This tire is available in 29 to a 35 inch diameter, for 17, 18, 20 and 22 wheels, so make sure you get the right one for your setup.

Nitto made the Terra Grappler G2 with the intention of being a true all-terrain tire for flexible performance off-road and on-road. This is not the most aggressive all terrain tire, but it’s still a very meaty tread, and it’s definitely a step up from the other option.

The G2 will be able to perform very well on the street and on the trail in rain and snow all year round, and it can tackle looser terrain, like gravel or sand.

The G2 features full-depth sipes and reinforced coupling joints to help the tread wear evenly for a longer lifespan. To further help the tread life, unlike a mud terrain, the lugs on the G2 will be closer together. This will not allow the tread to self-clean in soft or muddier ground, but this will make the tire quiet and comfortable while you’re daily driving it on the road, giving it great road manners.

The shoulder, or the outside edge of the tire, has staggered lugs for loose terrain, and it really gives a better bite road off-road. On the surface of the tire, there are deep sipes and laterals vois in the outer blocks, which will channel water away and prevent any hydroplaning, making the G2 perfect for rain and snow.

The coupling blocks will promote traction and handling in dry climates, as well as promote an even wear for a long lifespan, which you definitely want in a tire.

Top 30 Best Price 245/65R17 Tires

LAUFENN X FIT HTPRICE: $150 - $166 Per Tire
LAUFENN X FIT ATPRICE: $156 - $173 Per Tire
SUMITOMO HTR ENHANCE CX2
PRICE: $158 - $175 Per Tire
NITTO NOMAD GRAPPLER
PRICE: $185 - $204 Per Tire
FIRESTONE WINTERFORCE 2 UV
PRICE: $160 - $177 Per Tire
BRIDGESTONE BLIZZAK DM-V2
PRICE: $162 - $179 Per Tire
UNIROYAL LAREDO CROSS COUNTRY TOUR
PRICE: $163 - $180 Per Tire
SUMITOMO ENCOUNTER HT2
PRICE: $163 - $181 Per Tire
HANKOOK DYNAPRO HT RH12
PRICE: $165 - $182 Per Tire
KUMHO CRUGEN HP71
PRICE: $165 - $182 Per Tire
COOPER ENDEAVOR PLUS
PRICE: $168 - $185 Per Tire
VREDESTEIN PINZA HT
PRICE: $168 - $186 Per Tire
GENERAL GRABBER HTS 60
PRICE: $169 - $186 Per Tire
TOYO OPEN COUNTRY A20
PRICE: $169 - $187 Per Tire
GENERAL GRABBER HTS 60
PRICE: $170 - $187 Per Tire
HANKOOK DYNAPRO HP2
PRICE: $170 - $187 Per Tire
VREDESTEIN PINZA AT
PRICE: $172 - $190 Per Tire
KUMHO ROAD VENTURE AT52
PRICE: $172 - $191 Per Tire
SUMITOMO ENCOUNTER AT
PRICE: $174 - $193 Per Tire
COOPER DISCOVERER SRX
PRICE: $174 - $193 Per Tire
FALKEN WILDPEAK A/T TRAILPRICE: $174 - $193 Per Tire
TOYO CELSIUS CUVPRICE: $175 - $193 Per Tire
YOKOHAMA GEOLANDAR H/T G056
PRICE: $175 - $193 Per Tire
GOODYEAR FORTERA HL EDITIONPRICE: $175 - $194 Per Tire
KUMHO CRUGEN HT51PRICE: $176 - $195 Per Tire
COOPER DISCOVERER ENDURAMAX
PRICE: $176 - $195 Per Tire
YOKOHAMA GEOLANDAR CV G058
PRICE: $177 - $196 Per Tire
BFGOODRICH ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO2
PRICE: $179 - $198 Per Tire
FIRESTONE DESTINATION LE3
PRICE: $186 - $205 Per Tire
HANKOOK DYNAPRO AT2 XTREMEPRICE: $186 - $205 Per Tire

Video 245/65R17 BFGoodrich All Terrain KO2 

If you want to see other good tires for Ford, we wrote an article with 8 Amazing 235/55R17 tires for Ford in USA Market.