Idaho Guy

I'm currently running Toyo AT 285/70/17, E-rated. 3750lbs per tire load capacity at 80psi. I haul a heavy camper and they were the highest rated tire I could find at the time in this size.

One of my tires caught a screw this past weekend so while the boyz at Les Schwab were fixing me up today, I asked if these were still the highest rated tire. Their answer: yes, sort of.

Turns out that if I'm willing to go to an ever-so-slightly larger tire size of 295/70/17, the Toyo MT is rated at 3950lbs each. I was ecstatic. But...they have a very aggressive tread pattern and I fear the road noise would be obnoxious and I am assuming I wouldn't get *NEAR* the mileage out of a set of MT's vs. AT's.

Tire life definitely takes a back seat to carrying capacity for me. I want the absolute best tires on my truck for hauling my campers and ATV's in tow. That being said, if the MT's wear twice as fast as the AT's...well, my opinion might change.

Any owners of Toyo 295/70/17 MT here who'd like to offer some comment or advice?

ellerman

I run the 295/70/17 Toyo MT because of the weight rating they have and am quite happy. I tow a 40' 5th wheel toybox that weighs in over 17,000lbs when loaded. I got them because of the heavy load I tow so mileage wasn't a concern, I wanted the strongest tire I could find. That being said I just checked the Toyo website and they now offer a 285/75/17 AT with a weight rating of 3970(product code 300690) that wasn't offered when I got my tires and I would rather have an AT than a MT.

Idaho Guy

I had no idea there was an AT rated ~200lbs more than what I have now. That's great info - thanks for sharing. I know what tire I'm looking at next time.

AH64ID

Just something to point out is that even thou the tires are rated at 3970 the rims are still only 3195 for stock rims.. Most aftermarket don't exceed that either.

Danderson

I carry a 2000# camper around 24/7 and have the 285-75-17 Toyo AT's. There's no better AT out there for hauling a camper . Zero tailwag. They are extremely flat resistant and weigh 14# heavier than their "70" sister tire. You will feel a slight reduction in fuel economy and power but they fill in the wheelwells nicely.

AH64ID

And they will wear like nothing else... I got 25K useful miles out of mine (had a mild winter and got to 40K before they had to be swapped out)... My dad got 16K on his first set and 24K on his second set (both stock size).. Good tire, good ride, good tread.. but crappy tread life, especially considering the price.

05 CTD2500

The tread life so far has been great and they look pretty good. Towed with about 1500lbs pin weight 4,000mi they did fine. They do make some noise at highway speeds but not as bad as most other brands. I would not buy them just because of the little bit of extra load rating but they are an all around good tire IMO.

Idaho Guy

Where did you get this number for the rim weight rating? I've searched my wheels for stampings, scoured the factory shop manual, called around to the local tire shops as well as a couple of local Dodge dealerships. And NO ONE could give me a weight rating for the rims. The most common reply was that the wheel will far exceed whatever tire I mount onto it. But without an actual spec, I'm not 100% satisfied with that response.

AH64ID

I read it somewhere.. don't recall where, thou I remember it being somewhat reputable. I would have assumed they were stronger than the tires myself.. Then I saw where DRW rims are stamped 2600lbs and that got me wondering.

I did find a set of Alcoa's at 3450/ea.. and they are supposed to be the stout wheels. Their DRW 17's are 3200.

Scout Dork

http://community.webshots.com/inline...84320663BGirKu

I've got 25000 miles so far, looks like I'll keep them another 10-15,000 more.
I'm going with 35's next time. I like the looks better than A/Ts, no noise issue.

n2moto

The Toyo Open Country AT 285/75x17 carry 3970 LBS. http://toyotires.com/tire/pattern/open-country-at


LT285/75R17 128S E/10 (34X11.5R17) 300690 7.5-8.0-9.5 61 17 33.8 11.2 15.1 3970

From what I could see these are the highest rated 17" tires they offer in an AT.

I've been running these for 30k Two died a premature death from front end problems, and I shortened the life of the other two just to get home. Before the problems the tires were quiet good traction in snow and off road. I'm not a off road warrior just unimproved dirt roads looking for something to shoot.

I'd buy them again. I am buying them again.

TexasCTD

Would Rickson 19.5'' wheels and tires maybe be better for your situation? They are pricey, but they offer great carrying capacity and longevity.

www.ricksontruck.com

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